In a historic election set to take place in Mexico on Sunday, voters are poised to elect the country’s first female president. Claudia Sheinbaum and her rival Xóchitl Gálvez are leading the race, with the only male candidate, Jorge Álvarez Máynez, trailing behind in the polls.
The campaign has been marred by violent attacks, with over 20 local candidates killed across Mexico. Despite the challenges, both Sheinbaum and Gálvez are vying for the top office, with Sheinbaum enjoying the support of outgoing president Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
López Obrador, who is unable to run for re-election due to term limits, has endorsed Sheinbaum, highlighting her achievements as mayor of Mexico City. Sheinbaum, in turn, has pledged to build on López Obrador’s successes in reducing poverty and supporting the elderly.
On the other hand, Gálvez represents a diverse coalition of opposition parties, aiming to end the rule of López Obrador’s Morena party. She has criticized the government’s approach to combating crime and has promised to strengthen democratic institutions if elected.
As Mexicans head to the polls, the outcome of the election will not only determine the country’s first female president but also shape the future direction of Mexico’s government. The winner will take office at the end of September, ushering in a new era for the nation.
