In Mexico, Homeland Secretary Napolitano Glosses Over Drug War

Ray Walser / December 02, 2010

The “readout” from Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano’s November 30 visit to Mexico City constitutes a soothing tidbit of information—bureaucratic Muzak:

In the face of ever-evolving, multinational threats, the U.S. is committed to working with our international partners to enhance information-sharing and our mutual security. We look forward to our continued partnership with the Mexican government as we forge an unprecedented international security framework that facilitates legitimate trade and travel while protecting our citizens.

Not once does the Secretary mention the raging war against the drug cartels. (more…)