The Intelligence from The Economist Perverting the course of justices: Mexico’s judiciary
57 snips
May 26, 2025 
Oret Ogambi, Africa correspondent for The Economist, dives deep into the pressing issues surrounding Mexico's judiciary. He discusses the alarming trend of electing judges, emphasizing its potential to compromise democracy. The podcast also sheds light on corruption and political interference that undermine public trust in the legal system. Ogambi links these challenges to broader societal and economic implications, exploring how they might affect international relations and the struggles with organized crime in Mexico.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Mexico's Judiciary Goes to Voters
- Mexico is voting to replace its entire judiciary, including Supreme Court judges, through elections for the first time.
- This radical change poses risks to judicial independence and democracy.
Dangers of Electing Judges
- Electing judges risks making them less impartial and more politically influenced.
- Mexico's system rushed vetting and low candidate quality worsen these issues.
Mexico's Unique Judicial Election
- Mexico is unique in electing judges at every level, unlike countries like the US or Switzerland.
- Bolivia's similar approach has undermined judicial authority and fueled political squabbles.