A buck-toothed cartoon version of Mexico’s president constitutes an “electoral violation,” the country’s electoral tribunal rules.
MEXICO CITY — A buck-toothed cartoon version of Mexico’s president constitutes an “electoral violation,” the country’s electoral tribunal ruled Wednesday, arguing use of the popular caricature in official propaganda gave party candidates an unfair advantage.
A supporter holds a doll of Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador during a march to celebrate his fourth year in office in Mexico City on Nov. 27, 2022.Designed by Mexican caricaturist José Hernández, the image of the 69-year-old head of state with tousled gray hair, two large, protruding front teeth and an affable childlike grin giving a thumbs-up gesture, was popularized during López Obrador’s first presidential bid ahead of the 2006 elections.
The tribunal’s upper chamber ruled there was “constitutional and legal basis” to sanction the message, arguing the image of the popular head of state should not have been used as propaganda for a contest in which he was not a candidate.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Mexico's buck-toothed cartoon president ruled 'electoral violation'A buck-toothed cartoon version of Mexico's president constitutes an 'electoral violation,' the country's electoral tribunal ruled Wednesday, arguing use of the popular caricature in official propaganda gave party candidates an unfair advantage.
Read more »
The Hyundai Elantra N Is the Best Bang for Your Performance Car BuckDon't overlook the Elantra N if you're searching for an affordable new performance car.
Read more »
The Hyundai Elantra N Is the Best Bang for Your Performance Car BuckDon't overlook the Elantra N if you're searching for an affordable new performance car.
Read more »
Biden, López Obrador and Trudeau meet at Mexico City summitPresident Joe Biden, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and their host, Mexican President Andres Manuel López Obrador, are meeting Tuesday on the thorny issues of...
Read more »