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Why Mexico is electing judges by popular vote

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The Evolving Judiciary in Mexico: A Double-Edged Sword

This chapter explores Mexico's decision to elect judges via popular vote, weighing the benefits of public engagement against the risks to judicial independence. It captures the contrasting viewpoints surrounding this change and the anxiety within the judiciary regarding its implications for democracy and justice integrity.

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