Mexican City Struggling Financially, Then Mayor Tries This

The Divine Link

To the people of San Pedro Huamelula, alligators were believed to represent a divine link between humans and the natural world.  This meant that they could act as gatekeepers of abundance.

The entire town was invited to witness the ritual, and preparations began amid a festival of color and vibrancy. To Westerners, it was shocking and strange that a sitting mayor would even contemplate taking part in such a ritual.