Mexicans just don't count

Is it true that 6,982 Afghastlystani civilians have been killed since 2006 (most of whom were killed by insurgent forces) whilst 1,510 coalition military people have been killed there since 2006, making a total of about 8,500 souls?
Is it at the same time true that 28,000 Mexicans have been killed in the drug wars since 2006? Frit is now encouraging Mexicans to change their religion if they wish to heighten their profile in the media and benefit from some sympathy, concern and western aid.