Mexican drug cartels and terrorist are recruiting for more fighters to train as soldiers By Michael Webster

Mexican drug cartels are now advertising for young men to step up and to come and join their ranks to fight the Mexican army. The ads and banners premise those who join will make good money have food and a place to stay even while in training. «Operative group ‘The Zetas’ wants you, soldier or ex-soldier. We offer a good salary, food and benefits for your family. Don’t suffer anymore mistreatment and don’t go hungry.» Photos of the banner were displayed prominently in Mexico’s national media. The Journal has learned that this same type of advertising is planned for Juarez, TJ and other Mexican border cities. Mexican authorities admit cartels are training new recruits in the face of President Felipe Calderon’s nationwide crackdown. Since taking office in 2006, Calderon has sent more than 30,000 troops to areas plagued by drug violence.

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