Constitutional Reforms and Judicial Independence

Mexico is currently facing a significant constitutional conflict as the legislative and executive branches propose reforms that would alter the judiciary's structure. Critics, including law students and judicial workers, argue that these changes threaten the independence of the judiciary by shifting to an elected system of judges, which historically led to corruption. This debate taps into broader philosophical discussions about democracy, specifically the implications of the majority's decision-making power and its potential to undermine essential democratic principles. Proponents of the reform believe it will address corruption within the judiciary and empower the populace, framing it as a necessary evolution of democratic practices.