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I've seen some folks post fears for Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, based on abundant reports of violence against Mexican politicians.
It's absolutely true that many local leaders are murdered by gangs and cartels - but most of those deaths happen in towns deep in gang terrain. The capital is a different story. Here's a nifty map breaking down cartel activity in different zones this year.
Danger always exists, but differently than the news suggests.
