This podcast episode delves into the impact of geopolitics and the invisible forces that come about when countries pursue their interests, often leading to intervention by bigger powers.
The Mexican cartels generally avoid getting involved with extremist groups as it could impact their revenue stream and cause potential upheaval within their organizations. However, it's possible that smaller cartels may lend their support to extremist groups in some cases.
The adoption of gun-free policies and the belief that it will lead to a safer society is debunked by the high rate of gun violence in Mexico caused by the cartel and drug-related violence, which demonstrates how disarming the populace only leads to criminals having more power.
With the potential for a million people being displaced by violence or conflict in Latin America, it's important to examine the ways to affect change and prevent this from happening. There is also suspicion that a foreign government may be contributing to the rise of cartels in the region.
Mexico does not view the US positively as someone who will come and fix anything, help or be a friend, due to past violations and a bad track record with foreign policy. The country is leaning towards the left of the political spectrum, and this sentiment has allowed for its enemies to take advantage of the situation.