A different generation

It is not uncommon nowadays to turn on the television, here in Mexico, and hear impacting news about violence, organized crime, kidnapping, etc. These are the themes that dominate the news now. But the biggest problem now is one of trust. The populace has lost confidence in their local authorities and to some extent, in the federal authorities in terms of national security. Can they really trust the police when the very fibers of the police organization is infiltrated and corrupted with elements connected to organized crime? Can they feel free when they are concious that at any moment and in any place they can become the next victims? Interestingly, not only are elements of the police force involved but also elements from diverse sectors of the government and society. Furthermore, we find that an increasing number of women and teenagers are being drafted under pressure into these criminal organizations. Where are the values that families used to have just a few years ago? As the older people say, this is a different generation.