This comprehensive, current, and engaging text explores Mexico's political development over the course of the twentieth century and examines the most important policy issues facing Mexico in the twenty-first century. A rich array of figures, tables, textboxes, illustrations, key words, and recommended readings all help illustrate broad political and economic trends and identify major themes and important information. Students and professors alike will find Contemporary Mexican Politics the most up-to-date and accessible text available on Mexican political development and Mexico's domestic and international policies.