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Decentralization In Mexico
From Reforma Municipal To Solidaridad To Nuevo Federalismo
Impact of Decentralization on Mexico's Intergovernmental Relations
This book assesses the impact of decentralization on Mexico's intergovernmental relations and examines the constraints upon the devolution of political power from the center to the lower levels of government.
Distribution of Power and Authority
It also discusses the distribution of power and authority to governments of opposition parties within the context of a more open political space.
Paradox in the Mexican Political System
Victoria RodrÃguez uncovers a new paradox in the Mexican political system: retaining power by giving it away.
Historical Context of Decentralization
She argues that since the de la Madrid presidency (1982–1988), the Mexican government has embarked upon a major effort of political and administrative decentralization as a means to increase its hold on power. That effort continued under Salinas, but paradoxically led to further centralization.
Recent Developments
However, since Zedillo assumed the presidency, it has become increasingly clear that the survival of the ruling party and, indeed, the viability of his own government require a genuine, de facto reduction of centralism.
