The article examines the complexities surrounding sovereignty in Mexico, particularly in light of a US military drone’s operation over its territory for anti-cartel activities. It questions the transparency of US-Mexico security agreements and the implications for national sovereignty amid growing military cooperation, while highlighting the contradictory stance of the Mexican government on sovereignty and trust.
The article compares Morena to the historical PRI, highlighting their differences in context and political function. Unlike the PRI’s power-sharing model aimed at national development, Morena fosters control and personality cults, risking stagnation. The piece suggests that without a focus on growth, Morena’s longevity as a party is uncertain.
On May 10, a 500-kilo metal sphere, the remnants of the Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482, fell to Earth after decades in orbit. Launched in 1972, it was unable to complete its mission to Venus. The uncontrolled descent raised concerns, but it ultimately caused no damage, highlighting ongoing issues with space debris.
In Spain, the immigrant population is increasing by 600,000 annually, filling 90% of new jobs created recently. While offering better opportunities, this influx raises concerns over the welfare state’s ability to adapt. Young Spaniards face economic challenges that hinder their independence and family planning, intensifying frustrations amid labor market issues.
The article critiques Claudia Sheinbaum’s leadership, likening her approach to Stalinism and highlighting concerns over her authoritarian tactics within the Morena party. Prominent figures from the democratic left, including Ricardo Pascoe Pierce, have expressed discontent, warning that her actions threaten democracy by undermining pluralism and judicial integrity.
The letter published by Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, known as Andy, has sparked widespread commentary, mostly negative, from all political quarters in the country. He sought to defend his lavish trip to Japan, but it backfired. The bullet hit him and his image.
When time passes and we can look back on these times we are living in, it will be difficult to explain what lunar influence, what galactic constellation, what reason, or what caused the two most important countries in North America to suddenly and seemingly without agreement begin to suffer a disease with the same symptoms: democracy.
Morena, like its predecessor PRD, faces internal conflicts and corruption, revealing a superficial political unity led by dominant leaders rather than a strong ideological foundation. This decay threatens Mexico’s stability, as the party grapples with crises exacerbated by corrupt practices and external pressures, raising concerns about a possible political storm ahead.
The content discusses the fictional town Macondo as a metaphor for the challenges faced by leftist governments, particularly in relation to Mexico’s oil industry and PEMEX. It highlights the diminishing effectiveness of PEMEX, urging a reassessment of its operations. The author advocates for reform rather than perpetuating inefficiencies tied to political interests.
Juan Villoro writes about the Carnation Revolution on April 25, 1974. Among other wonders, Portugal is the country where fado soothes with sadness, where Pessoa gave voice to more than seventy poets, and where a coup d’état was wonderful. This in reference to the book by Ricardo Viel.