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Cuauhtemoc Cardenas, 1934-2026

Cuauhtemoc Cardenas recently passed away at the age of 92. Cardenas was a famous Mexican politician, a leftist leader involved in the transition of Mexico from a one-party state to an effective multiparty political system. Cardenas ran for president three … Continue reading →

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Sunset of the ‘Sol Azteca’ – The Once-Powerful PRD Party Loses Its National Registry

The PRD, Partido de la Revolución Democrática (“Party of the Democratic Revolution”), once one of Mexico’s most powerful parties, has now lost its national registry. The decline of the PRD is part of the massive change in Mexican politics of … Continue reading →

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Sheinbaum’s Choice for Chief of Staff a Blast From the Past

Claudia Sheinbaum won the Mexican presidential election on June 2nd and is scheduled to take office on October 1st. As part of the transitional period between her election and inauguration, she has been selecting her team. Sheinbaum’s choice for Chief … Continue reading →

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