ABSTRACT

Initiated in the mid-1970s, Mexico's program of political reform was designed to provide a new opportunity for political competition. In this book, contributors examine the significance political mobilization has had and the extent to which the reform has served as a vehicle for defusing discontent in the wake of Mexico's failed oil-based developme

part One|12 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|10 pages

Political Change in Authoritarian Systems

ByJudith Gentleman

part Two|80 pages

Political Reform and Economic Crisis in Mexico

part Three|122 pages

Recent Performance in the Political System

part Four|90 pages

Perspectives on the Political Opposition

chapter 9|18 pages

"The Opposition" in Mexico: Always a Bridesmaid, Never Yet the Bride

ByEvelyn P. Stevens

chapter 10|26 pages

Opposition in Mexico: A Comparison of Leadership

ByRoderic A. Camp