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Why Mexico is electing judges by popular vote

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Dec 17, 2024
Will Grant, a seasoned BBC correspondent in Mexico, delves into the groundbreaking decision to elect judges by popular vote, marking a pivotal moment in the country's judicial history. He discusses how this reform aims to address corruption and promote accountability, but raises concerns about its potential to undermine democracy and judicial independence. Grant also explores the protests from the legal community and the role of President Claudia Scheinbaum in these controversial changes. Their conversation illuminates the complex balance between public engagement and the integrity of the justice system.
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Mexico's Judicial Overhaul

  • Mexico's new judicial reform aims to elect all judges, even Supreme Court justices.
  • This unprecedented move raises concerns about politicization and the erosion of judicial independence.
ANECDOTE

Drug War and Judicial Corruption

  • Public distrust of the judiciary stems from corruption, with cartels influencing court decisions.
  • The ongoing drug war exacerbates this issue, raising questions about the judiciary's effectiveness.
INSIGHT

Sheinbaum's Continuity and Reform

  • President Claudia Sheinbaum, the continuity candidate, aims to extend former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's policies.
  • This includes the controversial judicial reform, despite concerns about its impact on democracy.
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