domingo, 28 de marzo de 2010

Update and Commentary on San Carlos

The media has yet to break news of what's been occurring in San Carlos, Tamaulipas. Many events are never reported for numerous reasons. The last update received was that the mayor's brother had been killed and the mayor's whereabouts remained unknown.

San Carlos is a small, quaint, colonial town. One can walk around its perimeter without breaking a sweat. Its streets are filled with Mexican architecture (from colonial to modern with its touch of vernacular). It's a peaceful, beautiful town with breathtaking, scenic views. The weather is mild and the people are courteous. Economically, it is fueled by its crops and cattle. It is home to some of the largest ranches in the country and is located about 150 kilometers from the capital city of Victoria.

San Carlos is minimally developed. For example, there is only one hospital in the city that is not properly equipped. Moreover, doctors and nurses are rarely available. San Carlos is home to many farmers and ranchers because of its fertile and vast land. Tamaulipas is the largest producer of sorghum in the country. Other crops that are grown in the area are: corn, cotton and wheat. Many of the people living there (specifically in the rural outskirts of the city) are illiterate with minimal basic education. Much of this demographic works in the livestock and agriculture industry.

The area has proven to be a rich economic source; something noticed by others outside of the agriculture and livestock fields. Drug cartels have had their hand in the area for years. The lack of education and information has allowed the land and its people to be exploited. Many allege that the political leaders of the area are involved in illegal activities with these drug cartels; whether it be by partnering with them or just allowing such activities to occur.

To many what is currently happening comes to no surprise and as state and federal media outlets remain silent the people's faith in their system continues to wither. This lack of action has made its people tired, confused, scared; and some apathetic.

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