Sandra Cuevas Vows to Stay in Politics “Until Death”
In the aftermath of the recent election in Mexico, Sandra Cuevas, who ran for a seat in the Mexican Senate with the Movimiento Ciudadano (MC) party, has faced mockery for not securing a spot in the Upper House. Despite coming in third in the election, Cuevas and her running mate, Alejandra Barrales, only received 7.29% of the votes, totaling nearly 388,000 votes, according to the Preliminary Electoral Results Program (PREP) data from the National Electoral Institute (INE). This outcome has led to Cuevas being excluded from the Senate due to her absence from the plurinominal lists, while Barrales is poised to potentially secure a seat through this route.
Criticism and taunts have flooded social media platforms directed at Cuevas, with users expressing joy over her failure to secure a Senate seat. In response to these comments, Cuevas dismissed claims that she was not favored by her party, asserting that she will not exit the political arena under any circumstances. She bluntly stated, “Change your discourse, it’s boring! Get to work and stop poking around in other people’s lives, kisses! I’ll only leave politics when I’m dead.”
Despite remaining silent on her future political aspirations, Cuevas’s defiant stance indicates a firm commitment to stay engaged in politics. The former mayor of Cuauhtémoc is expected to address her political trajectory in the coming days. Alongside Cuevas, Alejandra Barrales and Gibrán Ramírez also ran as candidates for Movimiento Ciudadano.
Significance of the Senate Elections in Mexico
The Senate elections in Mexico, held on June 2nd, involved a significant electoral process that saw over 20,000 public offices up for grabs across the country. Notably, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has been confirmed by the National Electoral Institute (INE) as the next female president, following her tenure as Mexico City’s head of government from 2018 to 2023. Amidst this electoral landscape, Sandra Cuevas’s Senate bid with Movimiento Ciudadano alongside Alejandra Barrales faced a setback, garnering a mere 7.29% of the votes, totaling close to 388,000.
The Mexican Senate comprises 128 senators, with 64 elected through relative majority, two from each federative entity. Additionally, 32 senators are allocated to the first minority in each entity, representing the party that secures the second-highest vote share. The remaining 32 senators are chosen from proportional representation lists based on the parties’ vote counts.
In light of the election results, where the “Sigamos Haciendo Historia” alliance claimed 54.38% of the votes and the opposition gathered 36.75%, Sandra Cuevas finds herself excluded from the Senate due to her absence from the plurinominal lists. With the majority of votes secured by specific alliances, only Alejandra Barrales stands a chance to enter the Senate through the plurinominal lists, leaving Cuevas out of the equation.
Conclusion
Sandra Cuevas’s unwavering commitment to remain in politics despite the electoral setbacks underscores her resilience in the face of adversity. As the political landscape in Mexico continues to evolve, Cuevas’s determination to stay engaged serves as a testament to her dedication to public service. Stay tuned for further developments as Cuevas navigates her political future amidst the changing tides of Mexican politics.