Bob Dylan - Things Have Changed

I have been travelling to Z for about fifteen years and while I have experienced only the warmth and friendliness of the locals it seems that there has been an increase in unfortunate incidents over the years. There also seems to be a lot more concern among the locals that this is a problem that negatively affects their livelihood. The Mexicans I meet seem to be hardworking honest people. That being said I will be totally honest in saying that the trend in Z is reducing the appeal of this destination on my travel list. In the frozen North I don't like even seeing guns and having someone shot that was a criminal shot by another criminal doesn't make it less horrific for me. This current situation with the roadblocks makes it appear that the rule of law is not in a healthy state as well. I am truly sorry that the honest hardworking people of Mexico who comprise the vast majority suffer because of this but I am just being honest regarding my perceptions and I think I would be considered a more adventurous kind of traveler.
I know the problems are complex and largely due to absolutely dismal politicians and I wish I could offer some kind of solution but it is way beyond me. It appears the only people who could do anything are the politicians and I am not going to hold my breath.
Que lastima!