Alexander Avina

Associate professor of Latin American history at Arizona State University who researches capitalism, the U.S.-backed war on drugs, and state violence in the region.

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Sep 18, 2017 • 1h 9min

The Mexican Revolution and The Zapatistas

Alexander Avina, an assistant professor of history at ASU, dives into the intricacies of the Mexican Revolution and Zapatismo. He discusses the impact of agrarian communities' struggles and key figures like Emiliano Zapata. The narrative explores the tragic betrayal and assassination of Zapata, emphasizing his legacy in modern peasant movements. Avina also highlights the Zapatista movement's fight for indigenous rights and grassroots democracy while addressing contemporary challenges faced by marginalized communities in Mexico.

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