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Protests in 100+ cities at changes to electoral law

The 25,000 people gathered in Guadalajara’s Plaza de la Liberacion on Sunday were among thousands more around the country protesting a constitutional amendment that downsizes Mexico’s electoral authority, a move they say weakens the autonomy of the institution, and threatens the nation’s democratic progress.

Huichol pavilion opens

A pavilion dedicated to the Wixárika (Huichol) indigenous culture has been installed on Guadalajara’s Paseo Alcalde, between the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Guadalupe temple and the federal building (home to the Mexican Immigration Institute).