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flag NPR reporter rides dangerous 'La Bestia' freight train to understand migrants' risky journey north.

flag NPR reporter Eyder Peralta rode "La Bestia," a dangerous freight train in Mexico used by migrants traveling north to the U.S., to understand why they choose this risky route. flag Despite the inherent dangers, the train has been a common means of transportation for migrants for decades. flag Peralta interviewed migrants to uncover their motivations for taking such a perilous journey.

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