Thousands March In Protest Of Proposed Electoral Changes

Tens of thousands of people have protested President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s plan to change Mexico’s electoral system, reports Reuters.

The proposal, put forward in April, would allow citizens to elect electoral authorities, reducing the influence of economic interests. It would also cut financing for political parties and limit advertising time.

Opponents say the reforms would give the president more control over the electoral system.

Lawmakers began discussing the proposal...