Mexico City lawmakers recently voted to ban violent bullfighting in the country’s capital. Animal rights advocates celebrated the decision, but for matadors, fans and cattle breeders, this long-time Spanish tradition bears a profound significance that would be shattered if bulls were not to be killed at the arena. (AP video/María Teresa Hernández)
Devotees of bullfighting in Mexico believe recent restrictions harm sacred tradition; AP explains
Mexico City lawmakers recently voted to ban violent bullfighting in the country’s capital. Animal rights advocates celebrated the decision, but for matadors, fans and cattle breeders, this long-time Spanish tradition bears a profound significance that would be shattered if bulls were not to be killed at the arena. (AP video/María Teresa Hernández)
