### Tijuana’s Authority Can Ban Concerts Promoting Organized Crime
In Tijuana, the government has the power to prohibit concerts that glorify organized crime, according to city council member Miguel Loza Guinuez. As the head of the Committee on Recreation, Shows, and Alcohols, Loza Guinuez emphasized that local regulations explicitly allow for such bans, countering claims from the Municipal Government Secretariat that they lack this authority.
Despite conflicting statements from other officials, Loza Guinuez asserts that Tijuana’s regulations are clear and must be respected by all, including the government and citizens. He challenged the current administration to propose any necessary changes to these regulations if they wish to allow events that include performances of songs like narcocorridos, which are often associated with criminal activities.
As the city prepares for an upcoming concert by Natanael Cano, scheduled for November 16, Loza Guinuez has clarified that while artists are welcome, they must adhere to the city’s policy against songs promoting crime. The city maintains the right to create and enforce its regulations, and there is no impediment to banning narcocorridos, according to Loza Guinuez.
### The Cultural Impact of Narcocorridos
The debate surrounding narcocorridos, songs that often romanticize the drug trade and criminal figures, extends beyond Tijuana and touches on broader cultural issues in Mexico and the United States. These songs have a profound influence on public perceptions of crime and can contribute to the glamorization of criminal lifestyles.
Critics argue that narcocorridos can impact local cultures by normalizing or even glorifying violence and illegal activities. In response, some municipalities have taken a firm stance against allowing such performances within their jurisdictions.
This ongoing debate reflects a larger struggle to balance cultural expression with social responsibility, particularly in regions heavily affected by organized crime. By prohibiting these songs, cities like Tijuana aim to discourage the promotion of criminal behavior, while also considering the broader cultural implications.
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