Latest posts by J. Tadeo
Two Years and Still No Justice, but Mexico Has Not Forgotten Ayotzinapa's Students
"Mexican institutions' standard: 111 detained in the #Ayotzinapa case and no one knows for sure what actually happened. How stupid, right?"
Chiles in Walnut Sauce: Mexican History in Each Bite
Hot peppers in walnut sauce is the signature dish in Central Eastern Mexico and one of the most popular meals in the national cuisine.
Why Aren't We Talking About Mexican Prisons?
Mexican prisons are an example of inequality in the country. We look at prison facilities and the impact the implementation of the New Penal Justice System will have on them.
The Bitter Aftertaste Left by Donald Trump's Visit to Mexico
US presidential candidate Donald Trump made a short visit to Mexico’s capital last month for a private meeting with President Enrique Peña claiming a high cost for the president.
Mexico's President Can Add Plagiarism to His Long List of Scandals While in Office
"We live in a country where corruption and impunity are the norm. A report about plagiarism is NOT going to change this."
Who Is to Blame for Mexico's Lack of Medals in Rio 2016?
"We only see (and criticize) the athletes. But the problem with their poor performance in #Rio2016 goes a lot deeper."
In Mexico, Rio 2016 Will be Broadcast on Digital Media, Shutting Off Open TV
Mexico and Latin America will be able to follow Rio's 2016 Olympic Games on digital media -- a novelty for the region and a loss for Open TV.
The Violent Union Protests Happening in Mexico Don’t Represent All Teachers
We interviewed two Mexican teachers about their jobs, their motivations and the conflict caused by the constant protests and violent activism of the National Coordinator of Education Workers union.
‘Avocado Talk’ No Longer So Appetizing for Mexicans
Mexico's economic crisis is forcing the country to think about how much people spend on food, and the rising cost of avocados has become a particularly sore point.
A New Mexican Organization Is Trying to Put an End to Corruption
"Mexico is not condemned to be a country defined by corruption and impunity."
A Toxic Mix of Violent Activism and Police Repression Wreaks Havoc in Mexico's Oaxaca
In a complex and confusing confrontation, teachers disturb the peace in Oaxaca and the government reacts violently.
In the Battle for More Transparency in Mexico, Politicians Win This Round
"The #3of3Law has gone to shit, once again congressmen protect their own interests rather than the interests of the people. They’re a bunch of thieves and backstabbers!"
Mexico, on the Mountaintop, or in the Abyss?
Forced disappearances, mass graves, widespread impunity, a devaluing currency, economic crisis. Does anyone still think Mexico is on the right track?
Mexico and the World Meet at the Festival of Friendly Cultures
More than 90 nations are converging at Mexico City's Zócalo. France is the special guest country.
Classism in Mexican Cinema: Entertainment or a Serious Issue?
Satire has always spiced up critiques about undesirable behaviors that we should try to overcome. In Mexico, classism is used as a sales hook that brings people to the cinema.
Mexico Launches National Transparency Platform
Mexico has a new tool to combat the opacity of public servants and of those who govern. But its effectiveness in practice remains to be seen.
After Months of Investigation, More Doubts Than Certainties Remain in Mexico's Ayotzinapa Case
Where are the 43 Ayotzinapa students? That is the question which remains unanswered 19 months after the group of young teaching students were detained by local police officers in Mexico.
Violence Against Women in Mexico Has Become Dangerously Normalised, One Lawyer Says
"Social media has played a key role in exposing the high rates of violence that Mexican women endure, as well as the silence and machismo that often surrounds it."
Indigenous Echoes, Broadcasting the Voices of Mexican Diversity on the Web
A Mexican initiative brings the indigenous radio to the Internet and to the world.
Three Brave Women Launch Campaign to Encourage Reporting Acts of Sexual Violence in Mexico
With the confidence that "when one of us is touched, we all respond", the "Don't remain silent" campaign encourages reporting acts of sexual violence committed daily against women in Mexico.
Freeman, the Blog Bringing Mexico's Little-Known Mountain Culture to the Masses
"The spirit of adventure can be part of the life of anyone ready to face their fears"
