Mexico's Jalisco New Generation Cartel: Unpacking the Structural Roots of a Persistent Threat
Original framing: “Mexico’s Jalisco drug cartel commander ‘El Jardinero’ found hiding in ditch” — Al Jazeera
The CJNG's rise to power is part of a longer history of cartels in Mexico, dating back to the 1970s and 1980s. A deep understanding of this history is necessary to understand the CJNG's persistence and the ways in which it is linked to broader structural issues.
The Jalisco New Generation Cartel's persistence in Mexico is a symptom of a broader societal issue, one that is deeply rooted in the country's history and culture.
A systemic approach to addressing the CJNG's influence would involve a range of policies and programs aimed at addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality, strengthening the rule of law and good governance, engaging with marginalized communities, and developing a comprehensive counter-narco strategy. This would require a close examination of the CJNG's influence and the ways in which it is linked to broader structural issues, as well as a commitment to addressing the social and economic factors that contribute to the cartel's persistence.