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Issues in Focus
Mexican Security in Decline: Implications and Options for the United States
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June 17, 2009 |
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6:00 p.m. – Registration |
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RAND Corporation |
Program
The security situation in Mexico has grown dire. Violence associated with the drug trade is a primary driver. According to one large survey, approximately 70 percent of Mexican citizens do not feel safe in their homes nor in the city in which they live. In 2008, drug-related killings numbered almost 6,300—more than double what was seen the year before. Organized crime, which traffics in drugs, arms, and human beings, also wields significant influence, having infiltrated all levels of Mexico's government and police forces. Organized crime in Mexico has also significantly affected U.S. security as the violence has grown in U.S. border communities. How do these security issues affect the United States? What are the implications for traditional border concerns such as illegal immigration and drug trafficking? What policy options are available to aid the Mexican government in improving security?
Featured Speaker
K. Jack Riley is associate director of the RAND National Security Research Division (NSRD). Much of his recent work has focused on security sector reform, including analyses of Afghanistan, Liberia, Mexico, and the Palestinian Territories. In addition, he has conducted extensive work on homeland security, border security, and law enforcement and crime control, including implementation of a gun crime reduction demonstration program, and analyses of major law enforcement initiatives and reforms at the local, state, and national levels. He has testified before Congress on multiple occasions: His most recent testimony was on "The Strategic Challenge of Border Security" (in March 2007) and "Border Security and the Terrorist Threat" (in August 2006). Riley received his Ph.D. in public policy analysis from the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
How Can I Attend?
Please register online by June 12, 2009. There is no charge to attend, but seating is limited and advance registration is required. Reserved seating is available for members of the RAND Policy Circle. If you are not currently a Policy Circle member, visit Support RAND to learn more about the benefits of Policy Circle membership.
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