Shifting Focus to Local Contests
Political observers in Mexico City often approach the PAN’s relaunch from a national perspective, much like believers in the old doctrine of Mexico-Tenochtitlan’s cultural dominance, viewing the capital as the world’s navel. However, respected analyst Federico Berrueto reminds us that the PAN’s strength has always been rooted in local territories and municipal contests, which subsequently influence local governments.
It remains to be seen if PAN supporters and Mexico City political observers will understand and accept that local contests might sometimes be symbolic, much like seven decades ago, when the PAN could only survive the already initiated democratic winter of the all-powerful Imperial Republic resurrected by Morena.
Approaching the López Obrador Ideal
The appointment of Norma Solano Rodríguez as the president of the Communications and Transportation Regulatory Commission (CRT) marked the handover of the now-defunct Federal Telecommunications Institute. Gradually, the ruling party is moving closer to fulfilling López Obrador’s ideal of the executive regaining life-or-death power over electronic communication media.
We must acknowledge that the ruling party has been treading carefully, as if walking on rice paper, and the CRT may not act drastically to avoid turbulence in the new geopolitical landscape.
Those who forget López Obrador’s interview with journalists from the “Tercer Grado” program, capitalizing on Peña Nieto’s retreat, warning that “electronic media, including you, are federal concessions,” will be in for a surprise.
Encinas’ Campaign and the OEA
Some thought Alejandro Encinas’ appointment as Mexico’s envoy to the OEA signaled a significant opening for Clara Brugada, Mexico City’s head of government, given his influence over the conurbation. However, Encinas, being a “well-shot rabbit” as we say in the north, might have left a considerable gap when he moved from the Secretariat of Urban Development, Planning, and Coordination.
Encinas’ recent activities in Mexico City, even while the OEA is not in session, suggest he might be engaged in political tasks rather than focusing on his new role.
Whirlpool of Notes
The energy secretary’s invitation for private investment in specific alternative energy projects could be a response to the U.S. Department of State’s complaint about preferential treatment for the CFE. With Trump campaigning for another year, the Mexican government should stay vigilant against any surprises…
Michoacan’s governor, Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla, claims the assassinated leader of lime producers did have bodyguards but changed vehicles, leaving them behind. Could this be a case of suicide?
Six centuries ago, Francis Bacon left us with this reflection: “Truth is the daughter of time, not of authority.”
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: How is the PAN’s relaunch being approached in Mexico City? A: Political observers traditionally view the PAN’s relaunch from a national perspective, but analyst Federico Berrueto emphasizes the importance of local contests and territorial strength.
- Q: What does the appointment of Norma Solano Rodríguez as CRT president signify? A: It marks the transition from the Federal Telecommunications Institute and indicates a move towards the executive regaining control over electronic media, aligning with López Obrador’s ideal.
- Q: What are Alejandro Encinas’ recent activities? A: Encinas, now Mexico’s envoy to the OEA, has been active in Mexico City, potentially engaging in political tasks rather than focusing on his new diplomatic role.
- Q: What might be the implications of the energy secretary’s investment invitation? A: This could be a response to the U.S. Department of State’s complaint about preferential treatment for the CFE, as Trump continues his campaign for another year.
- Q: What details emerged about the assassinated lime producer leader? A: Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla stated that the leader had bodyguards but changed vehicles, leaving them behind, raising questions about a possible suicide.
