Guatemalan Vigilantism and the Global (Re)Production of Collective Violence
A Tale of Two Lynchings
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- 6 hodin čítania
The examination of lynching as a globalized issue is explored through two case studies in Guatemala, highlighting the interplay of migration, tourism, and gang dynamics. Themes of inter-generational conflict, media influence, and the role of gossip and rumor are analyzed to uncover the patterns of mob-based vigilantism. This comprehensive approach reveals how various societal factors converge to instigate acts of violence, providing a deeper understanding of this complex phenomenon.
