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Mapping Out Mexico’s Criminal Organizations
19:25 - 26:22 (06:57)
An investigative journalist in Mexico claims criminal organizations like cartels are more social communities than criminal organizations. In many cases, the most entrepreneurial members are pushed out of the structure and don't use the organization for their sophisticated criminal activities.
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This podcast explores the community aspect of Mexican drug cartels and how they function as a social community first before a criminal organization.
19:25 - 23:35 (04:10)
Summary
This podcast explores the community aspect of Mexican drug cartels and how they function as a social community first before a criminal organization. While some members may become entrepreneurial in more sophisticated criminal activities, most are involved in smaller scale illegal activities such as extortion to make money.
ChapterMapping Out Mexico’s Criminal Organizations
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The less sophisticated nature of some cartels can camouflage the intrigue and purposefulness behind their activities.
23:35 - 26:22 (02:46)
Summary
The less sophisticated nature of some cartels can camouflage the intrigue and purposefulness behind their activities. The need for social cohesion is a driving force behind their actions.