"Deadly Violence Escalates as Mexico's Elections Approach"
TL;DR
In the lead-up to Mexico's elections, a mayoral candidate in Morelos was murdered and another in Jalisco was wounded by gunfire, adding to the violence that has claimed the lives of 30 candidates this year. Over 27,000 troops will be deployed to ensure security during the elections.
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- Mayoral candidate murdered, another wounded days before Mexico elections CBS News
- Bullets before ballots: Dozens of Mexican candidates have been killed as cartels seek more control Los Angeles Times
- Violence clouds the last day of campaigning for Mexico's election The Associated Press
- Criminal gangs are showing their muscle as Mexico's elections loom The Economist
- ‘It’s become a battleground’: Mexico’s local candidates face deadly violence The Guardian
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