Mario Delgado, the Secretary of Public Education in Mexico, revealed in a media interview that he had offered Marx Arriaga a diplomatic position as an ambassador, specifically to represent Mexico in a Latin American country. However, Arriaga declined both the ambassadorship and the opportunity to participate in other roles within the educational sector. This offer and rejection indicate significant changes within the country's educational leadership as the General Directorate of Educational Materials position is set to undergo a transformation starting February 15, 2023, allowing for free designation of the post by the Secretary of Education.

Delgado emphasized that the reason for his approach to Arriaga was to encourage new participation in the ongoing educational reforms, particularly because Arriaga was against modifications to the educational texts. He expressed concerns that such changes could undermine the principles of the current government led by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, which emphasizes a specific ideological viewpoint. This context highlights potential conflicts within the administration regarding educational policy and personnel choices.

The implications of Arriaga's rejection also suggest a deeper rift or a difficult dialogue within the educational sphere. It sheds light on the challenges faced by the Mexican government in implementing reforms while maintaining ideological coherence. The idea of appointing politically aligned figures to significant positions might indicate a strategy to reinforce certain governmental values amidst ongoing debates about the direction of educational policy in Mexico.