US Intervention

Mayor shot dead while at restaurant with his 14-year-old son in Mexico

The tragic news of the mayor being shot dead while at a restaurant with his 14-year-old son in Mexico is truly heartbreaking. As a parent, the thought of the trauma that poor child will have to live with for the rest of his life is gut-wrenching. No child should have to witness such terrible violence, especially at the hands of ruthless criminals.

It is distressing to think about the state of affairs in Mexico, where cartels seemingly hold more power and influence than the government itself. The fact that the cartels are integrated into Mexican society to such an extent that they have become de facto rulers is alarming.… Continue reading

US says no troops to Haiti as country reels from explosion of gang violence

As I sit down to reflect on the recent news that the US has decided not to send troops to Haiti amidst the country’s explosion of gang violence, I can’t help but feel conflicted. On one hand, it seems like a wise decision to avoid getting entangled in a situation that has historically proven to be complex and difficult to resolve. The US has had its fair share of interventions in Haiti over the years, and the results have often been less than ideal. It’s understandable that there is reluctance to once again involve American troops in a situation that may not have a clear solution.… Continue reading