Contemporary Mexican Politics

This widely acclaimed book provides a comprehensive analysis of Mexico’s current, complex political landscape, up to the López Obrador administration and Claudia Sheinbaum’s 2024 election. Leading experts Emily Edmonds-Poli and David A. Shirk offer highly accessible coverage of Mexico’s political development over the course of the twentieth century and an insightful examination of some of the most important policy issues facing Mexico in the twenty-first century.Additions to this new edition include:- Fully updated material on the López Obrador administration, including institutional reforms, expansion of social welfare programs, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic- Complete coverage of the 2024 electoral processes and a detailed overview of the first year of Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration- An updated look at Mexico’s persistent security challenges- An examination of US-Mexico relations under the Biden and Trump administrations- A detailed look at Mexico’s economic progressThe