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This school started about 17 years ago, then, the classes were taught in the teachers homes. After fighting for funding, they were finally issued a grant to build the school.This school started about 17 years ago, then, the classes were taught in the teachers... more
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This film examines the inter-workings of the underground economy in Mexico City, the black market for goods which permeates the flea markets and the chop shops of Mexico City.This film examines the inter-workings of the underground economy in Mexico City, the... more
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Security is a big concern to many Mexicans who live in the numerous high crime areas. Dogs are used extensively for personal protection, backyard, and home security. Attack dogs are an affordable way for many Mexicans to secure their home, property, and personal safety.Security is a big concern to many Mexicans who live in the numerous high crime areas.... more
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One of the highlights of our tour of Mexico City, is the dump where 850 people live in tin shantys and have created a cottage industry out of the 12,500 tons of trash Mexico City produces everyday.One of the highlights of our tour of Mexico City, is the dump where 850 people live in... more
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On September 5, 2006, Felipe Calderón was declared President-elect after a highly controversial post-electoral process. Eight political parties participated in the 2006 presidential election; five of them joined forces in two different electoral coalitions. Following the final announcement of President Calderon, López Obrador stated that he and his party, the PRD, would fight for a "vote-by-vote" general recount. López Obrador and his supporters began organizing mass protests, marches, and civil disobedience, culminating in a massive rally in Mexico City's historic Zócalo Square. Estimates of the crowd at the rally range from 500,000 to 3,000,000 supporters.On September 5, 2006, Felipe Calderón was declared President-elect after a... more
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We tour Miskick and the Zocalo Square as this film examines the Day of the Dead as an important part of the Mexican history and their celebration of lost family members and friends. It is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, in conjunction with the Catholic Holy Days of All Saints Day and All Souls Day. The day of the dead is an important celebration in Mexican history, and has roots dating back thousands of years to an Aztec Festival dedicated to a goddess called Mictecacihuatl. It is celebrated by building private alters, dressing up, and offering treats, usually sugar skulls, to those that have been lost.We tour Miskick and the Zocalo Square as this film examines the Day of the Dead as an... more
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Here, we go deep into the underbelly and underworld of some of the highest crime neighborhoods in Mexico City. We investigate circumstances on the street, drug turf wars, and everyday criminal activity, street crime, and corruption.Here, we go deep into the underbelly and underworld of some of the highest crime... more
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