As Mexico prepares for its upcoming presidential election, the possibility of electing its first female president looms large. With women as the top two contenders for the presidency, voters are faced with a historic decision at the polls tomorrow.
However, amidst the electoral excitement, campaign-related violence has been a troubling issue dominating the headlines. Over 30 candidates have fallen victim to assassinations during this political cycle, with the most recent incident occurring just last Friday near Mexico City.
The violence plaguing the campaigns is not solely political in nature. Rather, it reflects a power struggle within the regions controlled by various organized criminal groups. These groups seek to assert their influence by either supporting favored candidates or sending a message about their control over the territory.
Public safety has emerged as the primary concern for voters, given the pervasive threat of violence. The next president will inherit the challenge of addressing this issue effectively. While Claudia Sheinbaum, representing the ruling party Morena, aims to maintain the current administration's hands-off approach to combating crime, Social Galvez proposes a different strategy.
Social Galvez advocates for a collaborative effort with the United States to establish a binational police force dedicated to tackling organized crime and money laundering. This partnership could potentially reshape the country's approach to law enforcement and security, offering a new direction in addressing the criminal challenges Mexico faces.
