Background on Claudia Sheinbaum and Her Role
Claudia Sheinbaum, the President of Mexico City, has been facing pressure from certain factions within Morena, the ruling party in Mexico. These groups, confident about the perceived decline of the United States, have been advocating for Sheinbaum to consider China as an alternative. However, Sheinbaum has decided to uphold the North American economic blockade and offered cooperation with President Trump on security matters.
Morena’s Internal Power Struggle
With 16 states set to renew their governments in 2027, it’s no surprise that Morena is experiencing internal strife. The party, now the dominant force in Mexican politics, must maintain control and prevent the selection process from descending into chaos, which could lead to regional instability.
Morena should learn from the past and apply disciplinary measures to avoid fractures, just as the former hegemonic party did in the past century. Establishing clear leadership and demonstrating authority will be crucial.
Health Policy: Learning from Past Mistakes
The lopezobradorista government’s health policy has faced criticism due to its misguided assumptions. Einstein’s wisdom—that doing the same thing over and over again is unlikely to yield different results—should prompt a realistic review of the health policy. By acknowledging past errors and implementing genuine changes, Mexico can work towards fulfilling its health goals for the next six years.
Additional Notes
- Controlling Gas Theft in Northeast Mexico: Authorities should avoid repeating the 2019 lopezobradorista mistakes, such as restricting gasoline imports, which led to dangerous shortages. They should also ensure that confiscated vehicles are linked to proper detentions.
- IMSS-Bienestar Vaccination in Chihuahua: Critics should direct their pressure towards the federal government to accelerate vaccination efforts in Chihuahua instead of blaming the state government for not joining IMSS-Bienestar.
- Expediting Cateos and Telephone Interceptions: As the justice penal system transitions under federal control, authorities should carefully select judges responsible for expediting authorization processes for cateos and telephone interceptions.
- Security Concerns in Veracruz: Reports of land invasions in northern Veracruz, coupled with existing insecurity, are causing mistrust and fear of anarchy. Addressing these issues is imperative for maintaining stability.
- Mark Twain’s Advice: The famous quote by Mark Twain, “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect,” serves as a reminder for all political actors to critically evaluate their positions.
