State of the World from NPR

The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico

Dec 9, 2025
Eder Peralta, a dedicated journalist and on-the-ground correspondent in Mexico, dives deep into the tragic assassination of Mayor Carlos Manso. He uncovers how Manso openly battled organized crime, triggering widespread protests across the country. Peralta shares powerful eyewitness accounts and highlights Manso's bold tactics, including citizen patrols and confronting cartels publicly. Following Manso's death, his wife Grecia Quiroz takes a stand to continue his anti-corruption legacy, facing fears as she steps into her new role amidst Uruapan's violent history.
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ANECDOTE

Grassroots Help Desk Sparks Popularity

  • Carlos Manso and supporters set up a public table to hear people's problems and help them access medicines and services daily.
  • That grassroots
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