Opposition politicians, human rights activists and others say the judicial amendment marks the start of a new era in Mexico in which a dominant party assumes control, snuffing out the democratic gains of the past three decades. Mexico was effectively a one-party state until 2000. The implications for democracy, given past experiences in the region, are troubling, illustrating a potential regression to more authoritarian governance.
Sen. Verónica Rodríguez Hernández of the conservative opposition National Action Party stated, 'You are taking part in one of the biggest steps backward in the history of Mexico,' addressing the ruling party and its allies. This highlights the significant resistance and alarming perspective from opposition lawmakers regarding the implications of the new judicial amendment.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador argues that he has the democratic legitimacy to overhaul a justice system permeated by corruption, stating, 'There is a need for reform to establish a more just system, free from corrupt practices.' His rationale reflects a belief in the necessity of change despite widespread protests and opposition.
U.S. officials warn that this change could pose 'a major risk' to the democracy of its top trading partner, indicating international concern regarding how these developments might affect bilateral relations and regional stability.
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