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Jul 2024
48m 14s

America's Mess With Mexico

CNN
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From the border to the economy, to the cartels, America and Mexico have a relationship that has been crucial and complicated. America blames Mexico for its deadly drug prices while American demand helps keep the cartels in business. Millions pour over the southern border. But without Mexico's help, there would likely be millions and millions more.


In a myriad of ways, this pivotal relationship and how America chooses to shape it holds the keys to both countries' future.

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