Soberanía 64: World on the Brink
In a world in crisis, with the moral vacuity of the global north devastatingly evident with each passing day, a voice like Mexico’s is desperately needed on the world stage. In this episode of “Soberanía,” Kurt and José Luis consider the ongoing debate in Mexico over how to respond to the genocide in Gaza and the Iran/Iraq war. In the midst of all the tumult, Mexico’s economy continues to show surprising resilience; our hosts discuss why and how. Belatedly, a lame-duck Supreme Court finally appears to be taking on some monied interests, and in Losers and Haters, an in-depth analysis of the New York Times’ attempt to impugn the nation’s recent judicial elections.
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Another Migrant Caravan, But Not to the US
The caravan of 300 which departed Chiapas are looking for residency and employment.

Mexico City Workfare Will Offer Monthly Support to Parents Over 30
The program will be available for residents of neighbourhoods with high incidence of crime, who will be able to access a benefit of 8,500 pesos monthly for a year.

People’s Mañanera August 7
President Sheinbaum’s daily press conference, with comments on pharmaceutical industry foreign investments, Wellbeing Hub public-private partnership, September legislative bills, discriminatory remarks, and economic indicators.