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I. An Overview of Constitutional Framework The 1917 constitution of the United Mexican States declared that Mexico is a representative, democratic, and federal republic, much like the United States. The Mexican executive, legislative, and judicial powers are div ....

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.... longer than a U.S. president who is elected to serve a four-year term.. The Mexican president's power of appointment extends to the members of his cabinet and the attorney general, and to the territorial and federal district governors, diplomatic officials, the higher officers of the army, and ministers of the higher courts of justice. Unlike in the United States, as the leader of the dominant political party, the Mexican president is able to choose his successor and approve legislative candidates. The Mexican president can effect constitutional amendments that require approval by two-thirds vote of a quorum in Congress and the support of a major ....