CLEAN: Persecuted Mexican journalist speaks out

The transcript details the experiences of a journalist who faced threats from the Mexican military due to their work exposing assaults on civilians. The journalist sought asylum in the U.S. to protect their son, spending seven months in an ICE detention center. Despite being in the U.S., they continue to face threats and live in fear, highlighting issues of self-censorship and the pervasive reach of the Mexican military.

What prompted the journalist to receive threats from the Mexican military?

• Traveling to the United States

• Participating in a protest

• Writing about military assaults on civilians

• Joining a political party

Why did the journalist decide to cross the border into the United States?

• To attend a conference

• To visit family

• To seek humanitarian assistance and political asylum

• To find a new job

What was one of the consequences faced by the journalist after crossing the border?

• Getting a job offer

• Spending seven months in an ICE concentration camp

• Being granted immediate asylum

• Receiving a scholarship

What is a significant challenge faced by the media in Mexico according to the journalist?

• Lack of funding

• Self-censorship due to military influence

• Competition from international media

• Technological barriers

How does the journalist describe their current state of mind regarding safety?

• Completely relaxed

• Still very scared of the Mexican authorities

• Confident and fearless

• Indifferent to threats