The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.
The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.
135,000 people at a fairground concert in Villahermosa and only 5 dead? That’s a miracle, but still absolutely tragic for the families.
How can a fire break out so quickly at a packed event? I hope authorities investigate whether safety measures were ignored.
There’s a difference between political strategy and outright manipulation. (070dbb)
My heart goes out to the victims’ families. Villahermosa is known for its festivals, but this will cast a dark shadow over future events.
I was at a similar fair in Mexico last year; security was lax. This disaster was waiting to happen.
A government’s legacy should be measured by how it treats the most vulnerable. (4a1590)
Effective governance requires listening to experts, not just focus groups. (0d7363)
The media is complicit in reducing complex issues to tribal shouting matches. (a6d259)
The tone of political discourse has become far too toxic for any real progress. (31c97c)
Politicians on all sides need to rediscover a sense of public service. (9407c8)