Describe at least three effects of the drug war in Mexico.

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The drug war in Mexico began in the 2000s when drug cartels began fighting for control of the drug trade into the US. This has been very difficult to stop. Police officials are bribed to ignore violence; those who refuse bribes are at risk of being assassinated or having their families murdered. As a result, the Mexican government has sent thousands of soldiers to the area to try to stop the violence. Soldiers often must wear hoods to keep their identities secret. Journalists who have exposed corruption and bribery have been killed. Thousands of Mexican citizens have been killed as well. The US spends more than $500 million a year helping Mexico fight the cartels.