Felipe Calderón reviews Mexico's drug-war strategy after scathing criticism: President Felipe Calderón has said he is willing to change Mexico's drug-war strategy and promised a new offensive against money laundering after hearing blistering criticism from opposition leaders.
Calderón's drug-war talks, the latest session with leaders of the country's opposition political parties, comes as the government offensive against drug cartels draws more criticism. More than 28,000 people have died in drug-related violence since Calderón launched his offensive in late 2006, sending thousands of troops to drug hotspots.
"I know that the strategy has been questioned, and my administration is more than willing to revise, strengthen or change it if needed," Calderón said at the meeting. "What I ask, simply, is for clear ideas and precise proposals on how to improve this strategy." July 11, 2010, AP/The Guardian
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