Manuel Buendía

Journalist and political columnist

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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