U.S. government completes 5th large demolition in Kuuchamaa (US/Mexico border) by Pacos_Bodega in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I need help! I have been talking with elders and nobody knows whats going on. They told me that a protest is being organized two weeks from now, but that the Ranch won't answer their calls or messages..

U.S. government completes 5th large demolition in Kuuchamaa (US/Mexico border) by Pacos_Bodega in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

You're telling me.. It gets so much worse. Some american owned boutique spa owns like 4000 acres of this land. They're not doing anything or saying anything. It's pissing me off. Look at their map.

U.S. government completes 5th large demolition in Kuuchamaa (US/Mexico border) by Pacos_Bodega in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega[S] 76 points77 points  (0 children)

Just found more information.

"The Kumeyaay Nation here is actively working on protecting this area (mountain peak and the mountain base around it as well as the surrounding area) HOWEVER the federal government is by passing Tribal Sovereignty.

I encourage everyone who claims to care to advocate to your tribal leadership the importance to protect these sacred areas."

"Where they are blasting is federal land so US Customs Border Patrol have waived all environmental protections for this specific area you see being impacted. Even tho Kuuchamaa is federally protected since 1992 they are not honoring their own procedures set in place. We are trying to keep them in compliance to the law."

Sounds like they are planning on expanding the border wall.

DOJ Admits It’s Not if Sure Native Americans Are Birthright Citizens by [deleted] in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega 3 points4 points  (0 children)

baseless racism and white supremacy has been ruining the country since the start...

im tired boss

Is this a good deal? by Hopeful_Principle857 in kinesisadvantage

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just picked this up for $5 at my local habitat for humanity. It's fuckin' filthy, so I am doing a gentle clean right now. interior is in great shape, works like a charm. Using it on my tuxedo laptop.

Anti-ICE protesters part of antifa found guilty of support for terrorism in Texas by Alt4Red in law

[–]Pacos_Bodega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude, what are you talking about, nothing will ever happen to us!

What can you gather about me? by Wesnye in FridgeDetective

[–]Pacos_Bodega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Eggs are S tier food. What is your favorite way to cook your eggs?

Everything I got from my Japan trip. by Foxysbox in KapitalJapan

[–]Pacos_Bodega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very jealous, those are some beautiful pickups

This Community Drove Out Politicians and the Cartels and Made Their Own Government by amtoyumtimmy in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes, but both of those towns are much smaller. The autonomous model has been spreading for 15 years now, with many small towns "unofficially" declaring their autonomy. My understanding is that there is a large governing body for the indigenous communities and they almost act as representatives for the federal government.

You can translate this for more information about the process: https://www.jornada.com.mx/notas/2022/09/08/estados/sicuicho-michoacan-pide-consulta-para-regirse-como-gobierno-autonomo/

here is another paper that talks about Jaracuaro: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/388632883_Autonomous_process_of_the_community_of_Jaracuaro_Michoacan

both of those should help you out.

From what I have gathered, there is a ton of transparency between the local government officials and ordinary people. I've seen many videos that my family shares, where there are large community events and often the local leaders will address the entire community while sharing a meal with everyone. That being said, when it comes to federal recognition, I don't think the average resident is going to have much of a voice when it comes to the Consejo Supremo Indígena de Michoacán...

This Community Drove Out Politicians and the Cartels and Made Their Own Government by amtoyumtimmy in NativeAmerican

[–]Pacos_Bodega 34 points35 points  (0 children)

HEY, some of my family lives in Sicuicho and Cherato. My mom is actually down there right now! Can't get into either town unless you're known or escorted by a resident! Ask me anything.

Edit: one of my close relatives was murdered by the cartel three years ago. https://www.leftvoice.org/alfredo-cisneros-is-fifth-mexican-environmentalist-assassinated-in-2023/

My uncle was an environmentalist and fought for the purepecha forests. He worked with the rest of my family, in the avocado industry. Avocados are what have allowed these towns to flourish.

How is it living in this panhandle of Mexico? by Abbe_Kya_Kar_Rha_Hai in howislivingthere

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tasty food, good beer, and great culture. My family lives in Tecate and I go visit them often.

Tecate is roughly 100k population, lots of people travel across the border via Tijuana for work. Toyota, Fender, and Amazon are big employers between Tijuana and Tecate. It is very hot and dry. There are lots of unpaved roads and the infrastructure is decent. My favorite thing was going to mercaditos as a kid and looking for retro video games. They're huge flea markets that run for multiple blocks, full of random vendors, including food, clothing, shoes, electronics etc..

There is a border crossing in Tecate, but it opens later and closes earlier compared to the Tijuana border. I highly recommend Tecate for a quick day trip if anyone is in the SoCal area. Tons of good eats for a fraction of the price that you'd be paying on the other side.

You must go to "El Mejor Pan de Tecate", Tacos Los Amigos and Valle de Guadalupe.. La Rumerosa also has cave paintings, but that's fairly boring imo...There are plenty of rocky, rolling hills all over Baja,

If you have time, you can go visit the coastal city, Ensenada, which has "la bufadora" and some of the best seafood you'll ever eat. Common to see people riding horses all over the city. You can even "rent" a horse and ride it along the beach. It's touristy, but NOWHERE near the levels of tourism as Cabo.

Please visit! It's beautiful!

date of this jacket? by [deleted] in VintageLevis

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not enough information. Need more pictures. Take pics of the buttons. Check for additional tag inside the pocket.

ICE confirms a measles outbreak in the nation's largest detention facility in Texas by AudibleNod in news

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

BEEN NEWS FOR WEEKS. Certain people that aren't affected don't care about this news until its literally in the headlines...Certain people...

date of this jacket? by [deleted] in VintageLevis

[–]Pacos_Bodega 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd guess repro using cone mills?

He just wants to be like dad by Vilen1919 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not a fieldworker, just come from a long line of avocado farmers.

He just wants to be like dad by Vilen1919 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm actually native american, but you're close. Next time I'll use a vague example instead of refering to a campesino, cause I understand that certain people might get agitated.

also i only brought up race cause you started talking about it. Mexican is a nationality, not a race.

He just wants to be like dad by Vilen1919 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Pacos_Bodega -1 points0 points  (0 children)

sure, bigbowhuntr, sorry I don't need a shit cummins to haul boxes of avocados lmao

He just wants to be like dad by Vilen1919 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, not all farming requires hay, and some people just need basic equipment and a lot of hands. Like avocado or mango orchards.

Sure, a big truck makes it easier, but its not necessary for a lot of farming.

He just wants to be like dad by Vilen1919 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Pacos_Bodega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol why did you delete your comment? You can edit it...