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Indigenous festival masks poverty and protests in Oaxaca
In Oaxaca the Guelaguetza festival draws tourists with dances and crafts while thousands of impoverished Indians demand government aid. Amid celebrations, 800 protesters clash with police as they call for roads, clinics, and farmer support, echoing broader indigenous struggles across Mexico.
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Oaxaca
Mexico
Mexico City
Pacific
Oaxaca State
Montezuma
Ezekiel Chavez Maces
Zapatista National Liberation Army
Chiapas
Tzeltal
Zapatista
Guerrero
Sierra
Marcelino Diaz
Guerrero Council