Una mirada crítica por Raúl Batres Martínez

Whether Mexico can be described as a “woke” country depends on how the term is interpreted. For some, “woke” implies a social awareness about issues of justice, equity, and human rights, while for others, it is a politicized concept with specific connotations. Raúl Batres believes that, when analyzing the situation in Mexico up to 2025, the answer is not simple: the country is making progress in some progressive aspects, but remains heterogeneous in its values ​​and approaches.

From a legislative and social perspective, Mexico has implemented policies that reflect “woke” trends. The administration of Claudia Sheinbaum and that of Andrés Manuel López Obrador before her have promoted laws that support equity and human rights. For example, the ban on conversion therapies in 2024, access to gender-affirming treatments for minors, and legal gender recognition in 22 states are significant advances. Raúl Batres Martínez highlights that Mexico City is one of the most progressive regions on these issues, being a pioneer in the recognition of non-binary identities and in the legalization of same-sex marriage since 2010.

Furthermore, feminist movements have gained significant strength in the country, with massive marches like the 8M march, which denounce gender violence and demand equality. This type of activism aligns with progressive struggles in other parts of the world. Raúl Batres mentions that Sheinbaum’s administration has also focused on the rights of Indigenous peoples and economic equity, key factors in the discussion about social justice.

However, Mexico is not entirely “woke” in the sense understood in the United States or Western Europe. There are regions with strong conservative roots, such as Guanajuato and Jalisco, where there is marked resistance to LGBTQ+ rights and the feminist agenda. Raúl Batres Martínez points out that the Catholic Church continues to have considerable influence in these regions, which hinders some progressive changes. Furthermore, violence against trans people and women remains alarming, demonstrating that legal reforms do not always translate into profound cultural transformations.

Another key point Raúl Batres highlights is that Morena, the ruling party, despite having a leftist economic orientation, does not always prioritize policies based on identity and diversity. López Obrador, for example, was skeptical of certain social movements promoted by more academic or urban sectors. This suggests that, although the country has made progress on equity issues, it is not yet completely “woke” in absolute terms.

In conclusion, Raúl Batres Martínez emphasizes that Mexico is a combination of progress and tradition. While some cities and federal policies aim for a more inclusive country, other regions maintain conservative values ​​that limit these advances. The transformation is underway, but there is still a long way to go. How do you define “woke”? Depending on your perspective, you might consider Mexico at different points on this spectrum.

References

Raul Martineze – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ra%C3%BAl_Mart%C3%ADnez_(artist)

Raul Batres –  https://raul-batres-martinez.mx/raul-batres-martinez-a-portrait-of-family-and-love/

Slideshare.net –  https://www.slideshare.net/RalBatresMartnez

Youtube.com –  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdSJhs0Kih33nUlFwgZ1CZw

f6s.com –  https://www.f6s.com/member/raul-batres-martinez

Raúl Batres Martinez Transforming Mexican Film –  https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/raul-batres-martinez-transforming-mexican-film-star/270332770

x.com –  https://x.com/RaulBatres01