Title: The Causes of Mexican Political Instability Following Independence | Ultius
Headings: The Causes of Mexican Political Instability Following Independence
The Causes of Mexican Political Instability Following Independence
Mexico's political instability after its independence from Spain
Mexican military and the road to economic freedom
Cost of freedom outweigh citizen's needs
Caudillismo regime and creating a lasting economy in Mexico
Attachment to colonization and fight for freedom following independence
Love of the Catholic Church and papal powers declining
Economic stability in Mexico caused by liberal and conservative bickering
Conclusion and summary
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Content: Economic stability in Mexico caused by liberal and conservative bickering
The divide between liberals and conservatives was yet another contributing factor to the political instability of the time period, and one that was in large part related to the declining power of the church. As Leslie Bethell states, “the Church took its place as the main issue between liberals and conservatives” (35). Clearly, the declining power of the Church inflamed not only regional differences but political disputes as well. The myriad consequences of the waning leverage of the Church on various aspects of social and political life in post-independence Mexico are strong evidence for this being one of the most important factors in the political instability of the state during this time period. The importance of the Church to Mexican socioeconomic life and the consequences of its lessened power following independence cannot be overstated. Many Mexicans didn't want to live in a country that lacked a strong centralized Catholic Church. This, among other factors, led to immigration to other countries during the early years of government. Conclusion and summary
A variety of different factors led to the heightened political instability that characterized Mexico for the half century following independence. These included fear of recolonization, the powerful role of the military, economic issues with taxation and revenue collection, regional tensions, and the decline of the Catholic Church, which together formed a nearly insurmountable obstacle for the young nation. The environment of turbulence and chaos that these elements created defined the nation for generations and the effects of this political instability continue to be felt even in the present day.