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Podcast: State of the World from NPR
Episode: The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico
Description: The mayor of a city in the state of Michoacan, Mexico launched a full-frontal assault on organized crime in his community. Last month he was assassinated by a lone gunman. His death has lead to a protests across Mexico and calls for more to be done to combat drug cartels and corruption. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy