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 challenges did the speaker face after giving a voice to those who were oppressed?

What event in February 2005 significantly changed the speaker's life?

What were the two main requests the speaker made to the North American authorities?

What was the reason the speaker crossed the border?

How did the speaker describe their feelings towards the Mexican authorities?