Manuel Buendía
Journalist and political columnist
Born
1926
99 years ago
Died
May 30th, 1984
41 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Mexico
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A prominent Mexican journalist, this individual contributed significantly to political discourse through journalism and columns. Worked for various newspapers and founded a news agency that provided critical analysis of national affairs. Focused on issues of corruption and governance, influencing public opinion and political transparency. Assassinated in 1984, which highlighted the dangers faced by journalists in Mexico.
Founded the news agency 'Exca', which focused on political analysis
Published influential columns in newspapers such as 'Excélsior'
Critiqued government corruption and called for accountability
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