Homicide rates in most of Latin America are...

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Homicide rates in Latin America are not uniformly high everywhere, nor are they significantly lower than in the US across the board. The characterization of homicides as mostly armed assaults by the poor against the middle class is an oversimplification and does not accurately describe the complex socio-economic dynamics at play. Havana, Cuba, does not have especially higher homicide rates compared to some other cities in Latin America; in fact, Cuba's homicide rate is lower than in many other Latin American countries. The correct statement is that homicide rates are a concern in parts of Latin America and can contribute to eroding support for democracy, as high crime rates can lead to public dissatisfaction with government performance and a desire for more authoritarian measures to restore order.

Homicide Rates in Most of Latin America Are