BicireporteraDF - Tweet Data Analysis

Summarization

These tweets discuss actions taken by the Alcaldía de Cuauhtémoc in Mexico City such as violating bike/bus lanes, hitting cyclists, and throwing laminas. They also discuss broader issues such as enforcement of rules and justice, inclusivity and mobility, and the constant presence of these infractions. People urge the alcaldía to take action in these matters, and there is a call for the SRE to be held responsible for diplomatic abuse. There are also some positive news, such as the success of the SSC in avoiding cyclists to be run over.

Topic Modeling

1. Impunidad y justicia en el tráfico
2. La postura de la autoridad respecto del tráfico
3. Normatividad en el tráfico
4. Uso del ciclovías
5. Visibilización de la ilegalidad en el tráfico

Emotional Analysis

The emotions expressed in these tweets range from anger and frustration at the lack of respect for cyclists and their rights, to disbelief at the impunities given to those who break the law, to hopefulness that authorities will take action to protect cyclists. There is also a sense of empowerment, as some users call for direct confrontation to demand justice. Finally, there is a feeling of satisfaction when authorities do take action to protect cyclists.

Trend Analysis

1. Unsafe Streets: 1) Driver of a car assaulting a cyclist, 2) Illigal driving of a van, 3) Use of carril bus/bici invasions, 4) Atropellar a un ciclista (running over a cyclist)
2. Lack of enforcement from Government Agencies: 1) Impunity over illegal activities by civic workers, 2) Lack of sensitivity by governing bodies, 3) Abuse of privileges by diplomatic representatives, 4) Rigorous and constant operations by the SSC CDMX are necessary
3. Upsurge of Citizen Movements: 1) Confronting the ruling powers, 2) Rising protests, 3) Using social media platforms to report illegal activities, 4) Standing up for civil rights
4. Calls for Accountability: 1) Denunciations of unlawful activities, 2) Demands for action via multiple channels, 3) Asking the Mayor to stand up for public spaces, 4) Questioning the use of power by representatives
5. Advancing Civic Engagement: 1) Voting for opposition, 2) Unprecedented acts of positive behavior, 3) Participatory strategies for improving public areas, 4) Joining together in order to achieve collective objectives