"Deadly Violence Escalates as Mexico's Elections Approach"
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In the lead-up to Mexico's elections, a mayoral candidate in Morelos was murdered and another in Jalisco was wounded by gunfire, adding to the violence that has claimed the lives of 30 candidates this year. Over 27,000 troops will be deployed to ensure security during the elections.
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- ‘It’s become a battleground’: Mexico’s local candidates face deadly violence The Guardian
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