Why Mexico is electing judges by popular vote
Critics say the radical judicial reform threatens democracy
An episode of the The Global Story podcast, hosted by BBC World Service, titled "Why Mexico is electing judges by popular vote" was published on December 17, 2024 and runs 26 minutes.
December 17, 2024 ·26m · The Global Story
Summary
Next year, Mexico will become the first country in the world to begin electing all its judges by popular vote. The radical judicial reform was passed by the Senate in September, where the ruling Morena party hold a commanding majority. They argue the change will promote transparency and accountability in a justice system which has faced accusations of corruption, nepotism, and bowing to political and criminal pressure. But critics say it is a direct threat to democracy which weakens the ability of the judiciary to hold the government to account - including the Supreme Court.On today's episode, Lucy Hockings is joined by the BBC's correspondent in Mexico, Will Grant. They examine the politics behind this shakeup, and discuss why many members of the legal community are protesting the measures.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at [email protected] You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.Producers: Mariana Hernández Carrillo and Laurie KalusSound engineer: Rohan MadisonAssistant editor: Sergi Forcada FreixasSenior news editor: Sara Wadeson
Episode Description
Next year, Mexico will become the first country in the world to begin electing all its judges by popular vote. The radical judicial reform was passed by the Senate in September, where the ruling Morena party hold a commanding majority. They argue the change will promote transparency and accountability in a justice system which has faced accusations of corruption, nepotism, and bowing to political and criminal pressure. But critics say it is a direct threat to democracy which weakens the ability of the judiciary to hold the government to account - including the Supreme Court.
On today's episode, Lucy Hockings is joined by the BBC's correspondent in Mexico, Will Grant. They examine the politics behind this shakeup, and discuss why many members of the legal community are protesting the measures.
The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at [email protected] You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.
Producers: Mariana Hernández Carrillo and Laurie Kalus
Sound engineer: Rohan Madison
Assistant editor: Sergi Forcada Freixas
Senior news editor: Sara Wadeson
Similar Episodes
Mar 27, 2017 ·13m
Mar 20, 2017 ·9m
Mar 18, 2017 ·10m