David Frum

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David Frum @davidfrum

Almost every Mexican president since Plutarco Calles in the 1920s has aspired to extend his power beyond his legal term. Lopez Obrador has found a method to do so. Given the weakness of other Mexican institutions, continued control of the presidency means 9/x — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 23, 2023

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Second, he has redirected much of the Mexican economy into the hands of the military - including that corruption vortex, the customs services. There are a lot of generals and admirals who will owe their fortunes to Lopez Obrador - and over whom he will hold dirty secrets. 8/x — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 23, 2023

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continued control of the Mexican state. But here's the alarm for all North Americans: the Mexican state is disintegrating. Lopez Obrador's bid for extended power will discredit his designated successor. The power of the state will weaken further. 10/x — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 23, 2023