PAN (National Action Party)
Definition
The PAN is a conservative political party in Mexico that emerged as a major opposition force to the long-ruling PRI. It advocates for free-market policies and social conservatism.
Analogy
Imagine the PAN as a new player entering an established market, offering fresh ideas and challenging traditional ways of doing things.
Related terms
PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party): The long-ruling political party in Mexico known for its authoritarian rule and close ties to labor unions.
PRD (Party of the Democratic Revolution): A left-wing political party in Mexico that also challenged the dominance of the PRI.
Social Conservatism: A political ideology that emphasizes traditional values and opposes rapid social change.
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