Theoretical Approaches in Political Science: A Call for Transition in Mexico
A transition from presidentialism to parliamentarism is needed in Mexico to address the country's challenges and prioritize citizens' needs.
00:00:01 An overview of the theoretical approaches in Political Science, focusing on the history of parliamentary systems compared to presidential systems.
📚 Parliamentarianism originated in the 1700s in the United Kingdom and was later implemented in the United States.
⚖️ Parliamentarianism is a form of governance that differs from presidentialism.
🌍 The beginnings of parliamentarianism are relatively recent compared to presidentialism.
00:01:04 The video discusses disfunction in the power dynamics between legislative and executive branches in political science, suggesting a mix between presidentialism and parliamentarism.
🔍 There is a dysfunction regarding interference in the legislative and executive branches.
🤔 A mix between parliamentary and presidential systems would be the best approach.
⚖️ Mexico's shift from authoritarianism to pluralism in recent years.
00:02:09 Since 1997, opposition parties have gained more presence, leading to division in the chambers and an atomized party environment. The democratic and presidentialist terms in our country seem outdated, while the idea of parliamentary system gains relevance.
📅 Since 1997, there has been an increasing involvement of opposition parties in the chambers of senators and deputies, creating a fragmented party environment.
🏛️ The traditional terms of democracy and presidentialism in our country seem outdated, and there is a need for a more inclusive and participatory democracy.
🗣️ Parliamentarism is an alternative approach that should be considered in the application of democracy.
00:03:15 This video discusses theoretical approaches to political science, focusing on the power dynamics within a parliamentary system and the benefits it may bring to the citizens.
📚 Parliamentary systems concentrate power on certain spheres such as chambers and limit the president or ministers in legislating, executing, or promoting reforms for the benefit of the citizens.
🏛️ This system exempts certain projected benefits towards the citizens.
💡 Based on the readings, the conclusion is that parliamentary systems are considered the best system.
00:04:20 A concise summary of the video is the need for a transition from presidentialism to parliamentarism in Mexico to address the country's challenges and prioritize citizens' needs.
🏛️ The video discusses the theoretical approaches in political science, specifically focusing on the parliamentary system as a potential new form of government in Mexico.
🔄 It highlights the transition process from the current presidential system to the parliamentary system and the importance of its correct implementation.
🔒 The speaker emphasizes the need for well-controlled institutions that prioritize the needs of citizens and prevent the interference of one power over another.
00:05:25 The video provides an overview of theoretical approaches in political science.
📚 The video discusses different theoretical approaches in political science.
🔍 It explores the rational choice theory and its focus on individual decision-making in politics.
🌍 The video also covers the structural functionalism approach, which emphasizes the role of institutions and social structures in politics.
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