Tag: Mexico
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Strengthened Borders and Stigmatization: The New Reality for Post-9/11 Migrants
In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, global security measures intensified dramatically, reshaping border policies and migration patterns worldwide. For individuals like Ramirez, a migrant from Guadalajara, Michoacán, these changes have had profound and personal impacts. Guadalajara, a bustling urban center known for its rich cultural heritage, and Michoacán, a state often caught in the…
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Origins and Escalation of the Mexican Drug War
The Mexican drug war, a prolonged conflict involving the Mexican government and various drug trafficking syndicates, has significantly shaped Mexico’s modern social and political landscape. Since its escalation in 2006, when then-President Felipe Calderón deployed military forces to combat drug trafficking, the war has been characterized by its high human cost and profound societal impacts.…
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The Mexican Revolution: A Decade of Turmoil That Redefined a Nation
Mexico’s history is punctuated by several significant civil wars, each playing a crucial role in shaping the nation’s political and social landscape. The most prominent of these are the Mexican War of Independence, the Reform War, and the Mexican Revolution. The Mexican War of Independence, which spanned from 1810 to 1821, was the first major…