Mexico City to consider ban on bullfighting

In Mexico City, authorities are considering a law to end bullfighting, as Mexican public opinion seems to be divided. The arguments for not pursuing the ban are that bullfighting has a long tradition in Mexico and is considered an art form. It is also argued that the ban could hurt the local economy. It is true that bullfighting has been a long tradition in Mexico; it dates back some 500 years back to when back to when Spain colonized the country.  It is also said Mexico is the second most important bastion for bullfighting in the world, but with over 9,000 bulls killed a year and other countries outlawing bullfighting (Barcelona, Chile and Argentina) it is can be seen why the movement has progressed.

Some even argue that there seems to be a culture of violence coming from the drug war and that bullfighting contributes to it. The petition circulating on change.org states, “There is no art or culture when a sentient animal is mobbed by a gang of men, confused and terrified, repeatedly stabbed with spears, harpoons and a sword, exhausted and dying from his wounds and blood loss.” About 1,000 animal rights activist staged a demonstration for the proposed law in front of City hall in Mexico City this past Sunday. They showed up partially clothed, dripped in fake blood and imbedded with imitation barbed darts to represent the killing of bulls that takes place during a bullfight. The bill is to be heard by the general assembly in the third session which ends the 30^th of April. The demonstration took place simultaneously with other states states in Mexico; many bullfighters fear the law expanding across the country. Colombia, Peru and Ecuador also have deep rooted traditions of bullfighting.

“Mexico divided over bullfighting ban,” Aljazeera, April 24th, 2012.

Dangler, Richard. “Bullfighting Protest All Across Mexico,” Hispanically Speaking News, April 23rd, 2012.

“Ban to Ban Bullfighting in Mexico advances,” Hispanically Speaking News, March 23rd, 2012.

Chivas USA vs. Club Tijuana to play tonight at USD!!!!

What you need to know:

Who? The University of San Diego will be hosting Chivas USA vs. Club Tijuana

When? Tonight at 8:00pm

Where? Torero Stadium.

How Much? Tickets go for 45, 35 and 25 dollars. (purchase tickets here)

What else? Traffic expected to start from Linda Vista by 6:00pm, get here early! If any special assistance is needed call parking services at 619-260-4518.

Chivas USA is a professional American soccer club based out of Carson, California that competes in Major Soccer League (MLS). Club Tijuana (or more properly Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles de Caliente) is a Mexican association football team from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. They were promoted last year to compete in Mexico’s first division. This is Chivas USA’s first preseason friendly, before the March MLS season begins. *OJO* Club Tijuana’s midfielder, Joe Corona was just awarded rookie of the year in Mexico. He is a San Diego native and played collegiate soccer at San Diego State University for a year. Also two players recently associated with Chivas USA have recently signed with Club Tijuana, forward Bryan del la Fuente and Esteban “Stevie” Rodriguez.

Serrano, Adam. “Chivas USA to use Tijuana Friendly as Measuring Stick.” February 21, 2012. MLS soccer.

Ratterree, Alicia. “Preview: Chivas USA vs. Club Tijauana.” February 22, 2012. Football Courier.