That is a fair criticism, but I would argue that Cartels do in-fact persecute on account of political affiliation, 64 politicians have been killed since the start of the year (as of 4th of march), just ahead of the elections that's nearly 1 a day. anyone who dares to support a candidate who might actually crackdown on the cartels does so while risking the lives of their family and friends.
That is a fair criticism, but I would argue that Cartels do in-fact persecute on account of political affiliation, 64 politicians have been killed since the start of the year (as of 4th of march), just ahead of the elections that's nearly 1 a day. anyone who dares to support a candidate who might actually crackdown on the cartels does so while risking the lives of their family and friends.
Cartels kill anyone who doesn't follow them or take their bribes. They don't care what your political affiliation is.
They do if you support anti-corruption politicians, or make an attempt to create local town militia.