Mexico Rocked By Protests And Riots Over Gas Price Hike

Business Insider: As Mexico's president defends gas price hikes, nationwide protests descend into looting and violence

Five days after a reviled fuel price increase went into effect, Mexicans are still in the streets protesting against the measure.

Demonstrations spread throughout Mexico during the first days of the year, reportedly occurring in 28 of the country's 32 states, with Mexicans from political parties, labor unions, and other groups mounting sit-ins, roadblocks, and other protests.

In recent days, popular outrage has curdled into violent displays as looters strike stores and other outlets around the country.

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