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An unprecedented use of Mexico's military

An unprecedented use of Mexico's military

FromThe Times: Essential news from the L.A. Times


An unprecedented use of Mexico's military

FromThe Times: Essential news from the L.A. Times

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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Sep 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Mexico president Andrés Manuel López Obrador came into office promising to get the military off the streets. Instead, he’s more than doubled their numbers. He claims there’s just no other way to handle Mexico’s narco-violence.Today, we look at Mexico’s delicate dance with its military. It’s an institution that’s among the most trusted in the nation, and potentially its most dangerous. Read the full transcript here.Host: Gustavo ArellanoGuests: L.A. Times Latin America correspondent Kate LinthicumMore reading:Mexico’s president vowed to end the drug war. Instead he’s doubled the number of troops in the streetsMexico’s military gains power as president turns from critic to partnerMexico sent in the army to fight the drug war. Many question the toll on society and the army itself
Released:
Sep 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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