Question

Why are freedom of speech rights at risk in Mexico?

Answer 1

Answer:

Journalists who report on corruption are often targeted and threatened.

Explanation:

Currently, Mexico was considered as the most dangerous country for Journalists. Between 2000-2020, it is recorded that around 133 of Mexican Journalists were killed simply for reporting a criminal suspicions.  For comparison, the second place is held by Afghanistan that recorded around 50 Journalists killed within the same time period.

This high death rate could impact the way that Journalism is conducted in Mexico.

For example, a journalist could overlook a solid evidence of a crime that involved someone in high power position  because he feared that his life would be in danger if he report it.  If all journalists think like this, that those people could do whatever illegal activities they want without facing the legal repercussions.