A progressive woman will assume the role of Mexico’s next president, marking a bright spot in recent political news. Claudia Sheinbaum won big after running on a platform to improve social welfare programs, increase minimum wage, and more. This also means that the presidency of AMLO, whose leadership has brought important wins for the working class, is coming to a close. It’s a great time to think about the political landscape in Mexico that led to the election of a progressive female president, and to reflect on what AMLO was able to accomplish in office. As Mexico shifts left and delivers for its working class, why does its northern neighbor fail to do the same?

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Journalist Ben Norton is joining the pod to walk us through the significance of the recent elections and the broader political context surrounding them. We’re thrilled to have him on the show, and we hope you’ll listen in! Paying subscribers get access to the video when it’s released Friday night on Substack. Everyone else, tune in Saturday through Spotify, Pandora, Apple Podcasts, and more.