Sheinbaum promotes a new electoral reform in Mexico led by Pablo Gómez.

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the creation of the Presidential Commission for Electoral Reform , an initiative that seeks to fundamentally overhaul Mexico's electoral system. This commission will be headed by Pablo Gómez Álvarez , an economist, politician, and key figure in previous democratic reforms. The measure is presented as an effort to strengthen democracy, popular representation, and citizen participation , although it has also generated mixed reactions from the opposition.

The main objective is to conduct a technical diagnosis of the current electoral system, which will serve as the basis for a legislative proposal that responds to contemporary challenges. The government emphasizes that this will be a long-term reform, based on consensus and open to all sectors of society.

Among the central tasks of this commission are:

• Analyze popular representation , that is, how public officials are elected and whether current methods adequately reflect the will of the citizens.
• Review citizen participation mechanisms , such as consultations, referendums, or independent candidacies.
• Update electoral structures, rules and procedures , adapting them to new technological, social and political realities.

In addition, collaboration with the legislative branch, experts, academics, and civil society organizations is planned, in an attempt to legitimize the process and ensure the inclusion of diverse voices.

The reform could also involve changes to the structure of political parties, public financing, and electoral bodies, although these issues have not yet been detailed.

Pablo Gómez Álvarez has been a key player in the recent history of Mexican politics. With a degree in economics from UNAM , he has served as a federal deputy four times, a senator, and director of the Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF) . He is also recognized for his work as an analyst and author of studies on the electoral system and democratic strengthening.

Throughout his career, he has been involved in several reforms to the political system, many of them aimed at limiting authoritarian power, ensuring free and transparent elections , and encouraging citizen participation.

His appointment as head of the commission suggests that the government is seeking a figure with credibility, technical experience, and political legitimacy capable of leading a sensitive and complex reform.

This new commission emerges within a broader context of institutional transformation . Since the previous six-year term and during the current administration, Mexico has undergone significant changes in the state structure: the elimination of autonomous agencies, security reforms, and a reconfiguration of the presidential cabinet.

The ruling party argues that these changes seek greater efficiency, security, and representation. In contrast, the opposition warns of the risks of concentrating power, weakening institutional checks and balances, and eroding public trust.

In this context, electoral reform can have profound and lasting impacts . Therefore, various sectors agree that it must be carried out with broad consensus, transparency, and respect for democratic principles .

While details on specific proposals are still lacking, the commission is expected to consider:

• Possible changes to the National Electoral Institute (INE) .
• New rules on campaign and party financing .
• Mechanisms to ensure greater representation of marginalized groups .
• Use of technology in electoral processes , such as electronic voting or digital counting.
• Redesign of the multi-member list system .

If implemented, these changes could redefine how we vote, how votes are counted, and who comes to power in Mexico .

The creation of the Presidential Commission for Electoral Reform , led by Pablo Gómez, marks a key moment for Mexico's political future. Beyond sympathies or criticisms of Sheinbaum's administration, this reform can be an opportunity to modernize the electoral system , make it more inclusive, and restore public trust in institutions.

However, the process must be carefully managed. Only through diverse dialogue, with solid technical foundations and openness to debate, can a legitimate, lasting reform be achieved that is beneficial for all Mexicans .