Painting of naked Mexican revolutionary hero unleashes controversy
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - A painting depicting Mexican revolutionary hero Emiliano Zapata naked but for high heels and a pink sombrero, astride an aroused white horse, has sparked controversy in socially conservative Mexico, prompting protests that briefly flared into violence. Zapata is widely considered a national hero and especially revered in rural Mexico. He helped sweep away the hacienda system in the early 20th century, replacing it with small holdings and land collectives. The uproar over the painting has turned a spotlight on issues ...
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