Zapatista Movement

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Mexico’s Zapatista Movement

The Zapatista Movement is a Mexican revolutionary group situated in Chiapas, which is technically Mexico’s poorest state.

Most of the members of this group are indigenous people, although it has been noted that they also have a host of supporters from the urban areas. There are also data showing some international movements are behind them in their endeavors as well.

The spokesperson of the Zapatistas is known only by the name of Subcomandante Marcos. He doesn’t lead the group, but he had made numerous appearances in behalf of it. However, when he presents himself to the media, he covers his face with a ski mask to conceal his identity.