Feb 13 • 07:00 UTC 🇲🇽 Mexico El Financiero (ES)

A governor is not (just) a governor

Claudia Sheinbaum's electoral reform aims at control over the political landscape, but it is facing significant challenges and resistance.

Claudia Sheinbaum's push for electoral reform in Mexico is seen as an attempt to assert control over the Obradorist movement and to manage internal power struggles. However, the initiative is already yielding backlash, with growing expressions of resistance against her authority, indicating that challenges to her governance extend beyond the electoral reforms themselves. The implications of this resistance suggest potential instability within her administration, which is already under scrutiny for its effectiveness in various domains.

The proposed changes to the electoral system are intended to not only make elections more cost-effective but also produce legislative representatives who are truly reflective of local work on the ground, rather than the traditional allocations common among political elites. Despite these intentions, Sheinbaum faces increasing challenges both from within political circles and the general populace, which could undermine her initiatives and effectiveness as a leader. The potential fallout from failing to implement these reforms effectively could escalate tensions and lead to a more fractured political environment.

Moreover, Sheinbaum inherited a federal administration grappling with deep structural issues and a transformative cultural phase. While there have been noted advances in curbing certain crimes, the legitimacy of these achievements is under question, complicating her governance further. The complexity of the political situation she navigates, combined with the pushback against her administration's aims, will likely shape Mexico's political landscape in the coming months, potentially impacting future electoral processes and legislative actions.

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