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The Frissac House, to its abandoned fortune
MX🏛️ PoliticsProgressive10 hr. ago

The Frissac House, to its abandoned fortune

The Casa Frissac, an architectural and historical gem in southern Mexico City, is facing severe neglect and lack of maintenance despite being recognized for its heritage value. Built in the late 19th century by Jesús Pliego Frissac, a prominent landowner and mayor of Tlalpan, the property now suffers from humidity issues, infestation by harmful wildlife, and insufficient funding for basic upkeep. A worker who requested anonymity due to fear of retaliation claims that this situation has worsened under the current administration led by Morena’s Gabriela Osorio, as previous administrations had planned maintenance for the site. The worker notes that while minor repairs have been attempted by municipal staff—such as patching water leaks—they were done without authorization from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). Additional problems include decaying wooden window frames and doors, deteriorating metal finishes, broken glass, peeling paint, and structural damage from water infiltration. Despite these issues, the local government installed a neon football field in the courtyard for the 2026 World Cup, though visible signs of disrepair remain both inside and outside.

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El Universal logoEl UniversalIndependentProgressive10 hr. ago
The Frissac House, to its abandoned fortune

The Casa Frissac, an architectural and historical gem in southern Mexico City, is facing severe neglect and lack of maintenance despite being recognized for its heritage value. Built in the late 19th century by Jesús Pliego Frissac, a prominent landowner and mayor of Tlalpan, the property now suffers from humidity issues, infestation by harmful wildlife, and insufficient funding for basic upkeep. A worker who requested anonymity due to fear of retaliation claims that this situation has worsened under the current administration led by Morena’s Gabriela Osorio, as previous administrations had planned maintenance for the site. The worker notes that while minor repairs have been attempted by municipal staff—such as patching water leaks—they were done without authorization from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). Additional problems include decaying wooden window frames and doors, deteriorating metal finishes, broken glass, peeling paint, and structural damage from water infiltration. Despite these issues, the local government installed a neon football field in the courtyard for the 2026 World Cup, though visible signs of disrepair remain both inside and outside.

Bias read (Progressive): The article criticizes the current administration (Morena) for failing to maintain a historically significant site, implying negligence or mismanagement. While it does not overtly attack specific policies or ideologies, the framing suggests a left-leaning perspective by highlighting the contrast to

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