Mexico City, Mexico – Mexicans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming election that will mark a historic moment as the country is poised to elect its first female president. Claudia Sheinbaum and Xóchitl Gálvez are the leading candidates in the race, with Jorge Álvarez Máynez trailing behind in the polls.
Aside from the presidential race, voters will also have the opportunity to elect members of Mexico’s Congress, governors in eight states, and the head of Mexico City’s government. However, the campaign has been marred by violent attacks, resulting in the deaths of over 20 local candidates across the country.
Claudia Sheinbaum, a 61-year-old scientist who previously served as the mayor of Mexico City from 2018 to 2023, has garnered support from the current president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador. López Obrador, who is unable to run for re-election due to constitutional limits, has thrown his weight behind Sheinbaum, who is part of his Morena party.
Meanwhile, Xóchitl Gálvez, a senator and businesswoman, is representing a diverse coalition of opposition parties that seek to end the rule of the Morena party. Gálvez has been critical of the rising violence in the country and has promised to take a proactive stance against crime if elected.
The two candidates have presented contrasting approaches to governance, with Sheinbaum highlighting her continuation of López Obrador’s policies while Gálvez focuses on strengthening institutions and combatting crime more aggressively. Both candidates are vying for the opportunity to lead Mexico and implement their vision for the country.
As the election day approaches, tensions are high, and voters are eager to see who will emerge victorious and lead Mexico into a new era. The outcome of the election will not only determine the country’s leadership but also shape its future trajectory in a time of significant challenges and opportunities.