Mexican senator and human rights activist Rosario Ibarra presented a lecture on forced disappearances -- the states covert persecution, apprehension and execution of individuals for political reasons -- in Mexico, and on her work to promote human rights and freedom. This event, part of Visions and Voices: The USC Arts and Humanities Initiative, was organized by faculty members Maria-Elena Martinez (history) and Carol Wise (international relations) and co-sponsored by El Centro Chicano. It took place on Thursday, March 12, 2009, in Doheny Memorial Library.
In 1848, the USA won the called "Mexican-American war" and since then Mexico's politics and economy depend upon the United States of America and it foreign policies.
Mexico is a Hispanic nation that exists within the USA. The struggle for human rights, freedom, justice, peace and civil rights exist in both countries, as well.
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