The Mexican press, as evidenced in recent attacks on two newspaper offices, grapples with decisions about how — and whether — to cover the drug war in ways that won't endanger lives.MEXICO CITY — The nearly simultaneous attacks on the offices of the two newspapers were disturbingly similar: Gunmen armed with automatic rifles and grenade launchers opened fire, shattering glass and terrifying those inside.
Mexico Cartel Attacks On Press Take Toll On Drug War Coverage
By Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times
Mon, 07/23/2012 - 4:52pm
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