Migrant journey on 'La Bestia' train in Mexico

SOURCE www.npr.org
NPR reporter Eyder Peralta joined migrants on the freight train 'La Bestia' in Mexico to understand why they risk their lives to ride north towards the U.S. border in search of the American dream.

Key Points

  • Migrants ride on top of 'La Bestia' freight train in treacherous conditions to reach the U.S. border
  • Motivations for migrants include seeking better opportunities for their families and the American dream
  • The journey is filled with challenges, hardships, and uncertainty

Pros

  • Provides an in-depth look at the experiences and motivations of migrants traveling on 'La Bestia'
  • Highlights the risks and hardships migrants face in pursuit of a better life in the U.S.

Cons

  • Exposes the dangerous and often deadly conditions migrants endure during their journey