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Central America Maras

Don't let Trump's Cuba policy overshadow Central America's glaring needs

June 16, 2017
Global Politics

Tim Padgett says Central America’s frightening poverty, corruption and drug-gang violence emergencies are more critical to US interests.

Don't let Trump's Cuba policy overshadow Central America's glaring needs
13 suspected members of the 18th street gang are presented to the media after being arrested by the police in Soyapango, El Salvador in March.

Salvadoran gangs use Facebook to track down victims

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Conflict
Salvadoran gangs use Facebook to track down victims

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