Showdown in Oaxaca

On June 19th, federal police in Mexico opened fire on a highway blockade in Nochixtlan, Oaxaca, killing nine people and injuring over a dozen. This attack was aimed at crushing a nationwide teachers strike, but has instead emboldened the participants, and increased popular support for their struggle.

Video ninja: Andalusia Knoll Soloff
Additional Footage: Desde Las Nubes
Music: Desobediencia Civil

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