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Maya Exodus: Indigenous Struggle for Citizenship in Chiapas

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The Maya people of Chiapas, Mexico, have a long and complex history of struggle for citizenship, land rights, and self-determination. For centuries, they have faced discrimination and oppression from the Mexican government and from dominant mestizo society. In recent decades, the Maya have made significant progress in asserting their rights, but they continue to face many challenges.

Maya Exodus: Indigenous Struggle for Citizenship in Chiapas is a groundbreaking book that examines the history and contemporary challenges of the Maya people in Chiapas. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Maya's struggle for citizenship, land rights, and self-determination, and offers a unique perspective on the indigenous rights movement in Mexico and beyond.

The Maya people have lived in Chiapas for thousands of years. They developed a complex civilization that reached its peak in the Classic period (250-900 AD). However, the Maya civilization was eventually abandoned, and the Maya people were conquered by the Spanish in the 16th century.

Maya Exodus: Indigenous Struggle for Citizenship in Chiapas

by Heidi Moksnes

4.6 out of 5

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Under Spanish rule, the Maya were subjected to forced labor, religious persecution, and discrimination. After Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, the Maya continued to face discrimination and oppression from the Mexican government.

In the 20th century, the Maya began to organize and fight for their rights. In 1994, the Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN) launched an armed uprising in Chiapas. The EZLN's demands included land rights, autonomy, and self-determination for the Maya people.

Despite the progress that the Maya have made in recent decades, they continue to face many challenges. These challenges include:

Discrimination: The Maya continue to face discrimination in many areas of life, including education, employment, and housing.
Poverty: The Maya are one of the poorest groups in Mexico. They lack access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and clean water.
Land rights: The Maya have a long history of land dispossession. They continue to struggle to regain their traditional lands.
Self-determination: The Maya have the right to self-determination, but this right is often not respected by the Mexican government.

The book is written by a team of scholars who have worked closely with the Maya people for many years. The authors provide a detailed account of the Maya's history, culture, and political struggles. They also offer a nuanced analysis of the complex relationship between the Maya and the Mexican government.

Maya Exodus is an essential resource for anyone interested in the indigenous rights movement in Mexico and beyond. The book provides a unique perspective on the Maya people's struggle for citizenship, land rights, and self-determination. It is a must-read for scholars, activists, and anyone who wants to understand the challenges facing indigenous peoples today.

The Maya people of Chiapas have a long and proud history of struggle for citizenship, land rights, and self-determination. They have faced many challenges over the centuries, but they have never given up their fight for justice. Maya Exodus: Indigenous Struggle for Citizenship in Chiapas is a groundbreaking book that tells the story of the Maya's struggle. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges facing indigenous peoples today.

Maya Exodus: Indigenous Struggle for Citizenship in Chiapas

by Heidi Moksnes

4.6 out of 5