### PRD Dissolves After 35 Years: INE Confirms Loss of Registration
On September 19, 2024, the General Council of the National Electoral Institute (INE) confirmed the dissolution of the Party of the Democratic Revolution (PRD) by a vote of 10 in favor and 1 against. This decision came after the PRD failed to secure the minimum 3 percent of national votes in the June 2 elections, as required by law.
Guadalupe Taddei Zavala, the INE’s presiding counselor, emphasized that the regulatory framework was established by the parties themselves in the Congress, and the application of these rules led to the PRD’s loss of registration. “The rules of the game were written by the parties in the Congress of the Union through the Chamber of Deputies, and today we are implementing one of those rules,” she stated.
During the final session at the INE, the PRD’s representative, Ángel Clemente Ávila Romero, acknowledged the decision with responsibility, noting both the achievements and errors of the party. He described the day as a mournful one for Mexican democracy, highlighting the PRD’s efforts over 35 years to promote electoral reforms and the autonomy of state institutions.
Ávila Romero lamented the current political climate, suggesting a return to times when a single party dictated its vision without considering plurality. He also mentioned external influences such as the interference of the President and organized crime in the elections but accepted the electoral results with dignity.
Notably, INE counselor Uuc-Kib Espadas Ancona attempted to recuse himself from voting due to his previous active membership in the PRD, but his request was denied. He subsequently voted against the dissolution, citing potential voter confusion caused by the single ballot system.
Starting September 20, 2024, the PRD will lose all its rights and prerogatives and will begin liquidation proceedings to clear any financial debts. However, the party can re-register as a local political party in 13 federal entities without needing to present its member registry.
Founded on May 5, 1989, the PRD had a social-democratic ideology and had launched several presidential candidates, including Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas and Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
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### Secondary Article: Reaction and Implications of the PRD’s Dissolution
The formal dissolution of the PRD has sparked various responses and raised questions about the future of leftist politics in Mexico. Political analysts argue that the loss of the PRD leaves a significant gap in Mexico’s political landscape, traditionally filled by left-leaning ideologies.
Former PRD leaders and politicians expressed mixed feelings. Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas, a founding member of the PRD, stated that the party failed to adapt to the evolving political climate and paid the price for its internal dissensions and strategic errors. “We must learn from this experience and strive for more cohesive and collaborative efforts within the leftist movements,” Cárdenas noted.
Meanwhile, Morena, the ruling party led by President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has been suggested as a potential new home for former PRD supporters. However, some political scientists argue that Morena’s dominance could lead to a lack of political diversity and checks and balances.
The dissolution of the PRD also raises broader concerns about the health of Mexico’s democracy. Critics argue that the stringent requirements for maintaining party registration may hinder the political plurality that is crucial for a vibrant democratic system.
As the PRD begins its liquidation process, its remaining leaders plan to focus on regional efforts and seek possibilities for re-establishment at the local level. This move aims to keep the spirit and legacy of the PRD alive while adapting to new political realities and challenges.
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