Graduation Year
Spring 2014
Document Type
Campus Only Senior Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Spanish
Reader 1
Salvador Velazco
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© 2014 Lizett Arredondo
Abstract
This thesis examines the current state of violence in Mexico that is largely attributed to drug cartel violence. In addition to noting the role of organized crime in Mexico, I include the role the United States has played in the drug industry and the increase of drug-related violence in Mexico. I analyze the implications of US gun laws and the involvement of the DEA in Mexico, along with the efficacy of such measures like NAFTA and the Mérida Initiative.
Recommended Citation
Arredondo, Lizett, "Violence in Contemporary Mexico and the Role of the United States" (2014). CMC Senior Theses. 857.
https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/857
This thesis is restricted to the Claremont Colleges current faculty, students, and staff.
