Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has sparked controversy with his recent statement that Mexico has more democracy than the United States. The statement has been met with criticism from both within and outside of Mexico, with many pointing to the president’s increasingly authoritarian tactics.

The president has been accused of using his power to undermine the country’s democracy, including his attack on the country’s electoral system. This has led to warnings from the international community that his actions could lead to a weakening of Mexico’s democratic system.

In addition to his attack on the electoral system, the president has been criticized for his attempts to dismantle the democratic system that elected him. This includes his attempts to limit press freedom and his efforts to consolidate power by appointing loyalists to key positions in the government.

The president’s actions have been met with widespread condemnation, with many calling for an end to his strongman tactics. Critics have argued that these actions are damaging to Mexico’s democracy and could lead to further erosion of democratic values.

The president’s statement has also been met with criticism from the Wilson Center, which released an article titled “Mexico’s Democracy: We are still standing”. The article argues that despite the president’s actions, Mexico’s democracy is still strong and resilient.

Despite the criticism, President López Obrador has remained steadfast in his stance. In an op-ed for the Financial Times, he argued that his actions are necessary to protect Mexico’s democracy and ensure its future.

Ultimately, it remains to be seen how the president’s statements and actions will affect Mexico’s democratic system. It is clear, however, that there is widespread concern about the president’s attempts to weaken the country’s democratic values.