Mexico’s flawed drug war justice system exposed
The AP finds that Mexico’s courts release most accused drug traffickers after televised parades, with only a fraction charged or convicted. In Juarez 2009, 93 homicide cases were filed, 19 convictions, none under federal murder statutes, as officials say evidence is lacking and media shows mask results.
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Felipe Calderon
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Carlos Pascual
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Fremont votes to suspend immigrant housing ban in court tussle
Fremont Nebraska city delays its voter approved ban on hiring or renting to illegal immigrants amid lawsuits by the ACLU and MALDEF. The council voted 8-0 to suspend the ordinance while federal litigation proceeds as groups seek a court block and Kris Kobach offers to lead the defense.
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American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska
Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund
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Amy Miller
Arizona
Unicel
Raming
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