Unit VI: Mexico

Key Concepts:
Impact of colonialism, religion on political culture. Patron client relationships, electoral reform, political parties (PRI, PAN, PRD). camarillas, economic disparities, leadership transition.

1. the effects on Mexican political culture as a result of colonialism, the church, and hegemony in one party rule for 71 years.
2. how Vicente Fox ascended to power.
3. Mexico’s social and ethnic divisions with attention on the struggle in Chiapas.
4. the emergence of the Mexican economy with implications and consequences of growth.
5. social and environmental issues.
6. government performance in promoting economic growth and reducing poverty.
7. how Mexico is attempting to establish the rule of law.
8. the structure of the Mexican government including presidencialismo.