A terrible tragedy in Mexico comes to an official close, drawing skepticism from many of the victims families

Last fall 43 students from a teaching college were traveling through Iguala, a rural town in Mexico and disappeared after a confrontation with local police.  Today, the Mexican government officially declares the missing students dead, based on forensic evidence and confessions from the perpetrators.  Read the two linked articles in this post for more details. President Nieto's reaction has been largely criticized for being indecisive following the tragedy and also for corruption in the investigation. 

All I ask is for you to take a moment of silence for the student teachers and the countless Mexican people who have to live with this type of fear every day.  This is a terribly harrowing story that serves as an example of police and government corruption.  It also illustrates the hold the murderous drug cartels have on many towns in Mexico.  If you'd like to spread the word and try to help make a change via social media use #YoSoy132 and #Ayotzinapa with a link to the story.  You can also contact the Mexican Embassy here.