Mexico Sends Millions in Textbooks to Cuba: Propaganda or Aid?

Mexico's Textbook Controversy: 387 Million Pesos in Question. A recent report by Azteca Noticias has sparked outrage in Mexico following the revelation that the government spent 387 million pesos on nearly 15 million textbooks shipped to Cuba. The government claims this was an act of humanitarian aid, but an investigation by Mexicans Against Corruption paints a different picture. The investigation alleges that the books are filled with pro-Cuban, anti-US propaganda, raising concerns about indoctrination. "The analysis reveals that the books promote propaganda," stated Verónica Ayala, an investigator with Mexicans Against Corruption, in an interview featured in the Azteca Noticias report. The report details contracts between the National Commission of Free Textbooks and the printing companies, shedding light on the process that led to this controversial expenditure. This expenditure comes at a time when Mexico is facing budget cuts in its own education and healthcare sectors, creating a stark contrast. The situation underscores the need for transparency and accountability in government spending, particularly regarding international aid initiatives.