VOICED : Comida callejera pierde colorido en Ciudad de México por mandato oficial

The video discusses the removal of colorful street food signs in Mexico City's Cuauhtémoc borough, replaced by government imagery. This change affects the cultural identity and economic livelihood of traditional sign painters, known as rotulists. Activists argue these signs are vital to urban graphics and cultural heritage. The local government, led by Sandra Cuevas, aims to improve urban order, despite controversy and fear of reprisals among vendors.

What change did the Cuauhtémoc borough implement regarding street food stalls?

• They reduced the operating hours of stalls.

• They increased the number of stalls.

• They removed colorful signs and replaced them with government images.

• They introduced new food items.

Why were images originally used on street food stalls in Mexico?

• To comply with government regulations.

• Due to high illiteracy rates.

• To attract tourists.

• To compete with digital advertisements.

What do activists want to achieve regarding the street food stall signs?

• To make them more colorful.

• To declare them as cultural heritage.

• To replace them with digital screens.

• To remove them completely.

What challenge is the sign-painting business facing?

• Lack of skilled painters.

• Competition from digital illustrations.

• High cost of materials.

• Government subsidies.

What is the local government's justification for the changes in street stall signage?

• To promote local artists.

• To increase tourism.

• To reduce traffic congestion.

• To improve urban image and order.