We have discussed cartels throughout the semester and their motivation for illeg

We have discussed cartels throughout the semester and their motivation for illegal acts within Mexico and along our southern border, AMEXICA.  For the final FDT of the semester, you are to go through your notes and thoroughly review the PPT labeled DRUG TRAFFICKING/CARTEL INFLUENCE posted in Course Content. 
After completing this, address the following:
We know cartels are motivated by profit.  However, do Cartels have a political agenda?  If so, what is their political agenda and how do they impose, implement, or administer it?