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Migrants Risk It All On The Treacherous Darién Gap
Aug 6, 2024
Caitlin Dickerson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for her groundbreaking work on migration, joins Tonya Mosley to discuss the hazardous Darién Gap. They delve into the harrowing experiences of nearly half a million migrants facing treacherous conditions like snakes and violence. Dickerson shares gripping stories of families, especially vulnerable women and children, navigating these perils. The conversation highlights the emotional toll of migration and the deceptive smuggling operations that exacerbate their plight, painting a vivid picture of resilience amid danger.
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- Migrants traverse the treacherous Darién Gap, risking their lives against natural threats and violence while fleeing geopolitical crises.
- The rise of smuggling networks emphasizes the exploitation of desperate migrants, prioritizing profit at the expense of safety and well-being.
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