Background and Context
On the upcoming Sunday, a deeply flawed process is set to culminate with the passage of what many consider to be the worst legislation ever produced in Mexico. This reform aims to alter the judicial power, dismantle the existing system, and transform justice into a tool serving the current government’s interests. This situation is reminiscent of historical events, such as the centralist constitution in the 19th century that led to the independence of Yucatán, Texas, Guatemala, and even a U.S. intervention war.
Public Apathy and Lack of Understanding
It’s surprising to observe the relative passivity of Mexican society regarding this issue. Partly, this stems from a lack of awareness or unwillingness to understand the significance of an absent counterbalance power to the legislative and executive branches. People are reluctant to acknowledge that, with this shift, certain types of amparos (provisional remedies) will no longer be guaranteed, conflicts between private parties or with authority will not be resolved according to the law but rather by those with more power, money, or government connections.
The Flawed Electoral Process
The upcoming election on June 1st is a misstep for several reasons. First, it legitimizes a reform that is both senseless and absurd, designed to keep loyal supporters of the regime in key positions where they can safeguard the government’s and the Fourth Transition’s (4T) interests.
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Violation of Legal and Democratic Principles
This process contradicts fundamental legal, republican, and democratic principles. It appoints public officials without ensuring their proper conduct, deviating from objective evaluation parameters and resorting to lotteries or pre-made lists instead. This undermines the credibility of Mexican institutions and may take years to recover from, if at all.
