Mexico's president launches campaign to promote non-violent music over narco corridos

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced a campaign to promote non-violent music styles over "narco corridos," which are often associated with drug cartel violence. She aims to shift cultural focus without outright banning the genre. The initiative includes a competition for corrido bands to create lyrics that celebrate different themes. Sheinbaum highlighted the involvement of Durango's Governor Esteban Villegas, who performs traditional "banda" music, as part of the effort. Previous attempts to limit narco corridos in some cities have had mixed results. While some musicians support the shift, others note that audiences still prefer the genre.