Historic Presidential Race in Mexico

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Two women are leading the polls for the presidency in Mexico for the first time in the country's history amidst political bloodshed.

Key Points

  • Claudia Sheinbaum and Xóchitl Gálvez leading the polls
  • Election scheduled for Sunday
  • Historic moment in Mexico's 200-year history

Pros

  • Breaking gender barriers in politics
  • Sign of progress towards gender equality

Cons

  • Political violence in the country