#MEXICO: Elections Marred By Cartel's Killing Of Politicians

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Last month, the largest elections in the history of México were held. But this electoral process was tainted by the murder of at least 91 politicians — 36 of them candidates and aspiring candidates — from different parties, taking place since campaigning began in September 2020.

These homicides make this election the second most violent in the country's history since 2000. 

[FULL STORY HERE.]

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#MEXICO: Elections Continue To Be Marred By Murder, Violence

[world politics news] 

Last month, the largest elections in the history of México were held. But this electoral process was tainted by the murder of at least 91 politicians — 36 of them candidates and aspiring candidates — from different parties, taking place since campaigning began in September 2020.

These homicides make this election the second most violent in the country's history since 2000. 

[FULL STORY HERE.)
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#MEXICO: Former First Lady Margarita Zavala Drops Out Of Presidential Race; Was Polling At 5%

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Mexico's former first lady Margarita Zavala on Wednesday announced that she was pulling out of the July 1 presidential race. The 50-year-old wife of 2006-2012 conservative president Felipe Calderon was running as an independent candidate. Polls gave her less than 5% of the vote.

[FULL STORY HERE]

#MEXICO: Mayoral Candidate Accused Of Buying Votes With Bar Gift Card

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A candidate for mayor of the southern Mexican border city of Tapachula is distributing a “People’s Card” that entitles the bearer to discounts at local businesses, including bars. Neftali del Toro, a Chiapas state legislator, denies charges he's buying votes.

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