With this in mind, discuss the significance of the Mexican Revolution to the transition of the New Economic Model (Neoliberalism) in Mexico. How did the Revolution address the problem of “two Mexicos” that emerged under Diaz? What were the goals of the Revolution?
In what ways did meaning of the Revolution change with the Presidency of Salinas de Gortari?
How do the testimonials provided by Hellman demonstrate and provide insight into understanding how free market mechanisms (NAFTA) would influence the lives of individuals? Were all sectors impacted the same way? (Hellman discusses this in her book) Has Mexico returned to an era where there are “two Mexicos”? Where would you place Mexico today in the context of its political and economic development? Why?