Brief: U.S.-Mexican Relations Go South

The latest elements of AMLO's reform agenda are putting him at odds with Washington.

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Background: The U.S.-Mexico relationship is among the most difficult to manage for both Washington and Mexico City. Disagreements are common but are normally kept in check by necessity. The Mexican economy needs access to the U.S. markets, and the U.S. – especially Texas and California – needs a secure southern border with frictionless movement of […]

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