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Andrés Manuel López Obrador

Mexican politician and current president of Mexico.

Andrés Manuel López Obrador, also known as AMLO, is the 65th president of Mexico. He has been a prominent figure in Mexican politics for over three decades, known for his progressive and left-wing populist policies. Despite criticism for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and drug cartel issues, supporters commend his efforts in promoting social reforms and reducing inequality and corruption.

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Timeline

Andrés Manuel López Obrador's Birth

Andrés Manuel López Obrador, also known as AMLO, was born in Tepetitán, Tabasco, Mexico. He is currently serving as the 65th president of Mexico since 1 December 2018.

Start of Political Career

Andrés Manuel López Obrador began his political career in 1976 as a member of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI).

Marriage to Rocío Beltrán Medina

Andrés Manuel López Obrador married Rocío Beltrán Medina, a sociology student who suggested him to embrace the progressive wing of the PRI.

Receiving Degree in Political Science and Public Administration

In 1987, Andrés Manuel López Obrador received a degree in political science and public administration after the presentation of his thesis, Proceso de formación del Estado Nacional en México 1821-1867 (Formation Process of the National State in Mexico 1821–1867).

Resignation from the government of Tabasco

Andrés Manuel López Obrador resigned his position with the government of Tabasco in 1988 to join the new dissenting left-wing of the PRI, then called the Democratic Current, led by Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas.

Joining the Party of the Democratic Revolution (PRD)

In 1989, Andrés Manuel López Obrador joined the Party of the Democratic Revolution (PRD) and became the party's 1994 candidate for Governor of Tabasco.

Birth of Gonzalo Alfonso López Beltrán

Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Rocío Beltrán Medina had their third son, Gonzalo Alfonso López Beltrán.

Gubernatorial Election in Tabasco

Andrés Manuel López Obrador ran for the governorship of Tabasco in 1994 but lost to PRI candidate Roberto Madrazo.

Election as Head of Government of the Federal District

Andrés Manuel López Obrador was elected Head of Government of the Federal District, with 38.3% of the vote.

Removal of his immunity from prosecution

Andrés Manuel López Obrador's immunity from prosecution was removed in 2004, which caused controversy and political turmoil.

PRD Nomination as Presidential Pre-candidate

The PRD nominated López Obrador as presidential pre-candidate for the 2006 general election, with Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas declining to participate in the internal elections when polls showed López Obrador as the clear favorite.

Hint of Alliance with PRI

Roberto Madrazo, the PRI's presidential candidate, hinted at the possibility of an alliance with López Obrador to prevent the PAN candidate from winning the election. This led to media speculation about a potential PRI-PRD alliance.

Alliance Speculation with PRI

Media speculation arose about a possible alliance between the PRI and the PRD, with calls from high-ranking PRI member Manuel Bartlett to vote for López Obrador, arousing further speculation.

2006 Mexican Presidential Election

The 2006 Mexican Presidential Election resulted in a narrow margin of victory for Felipe Calderón over Andrés Manuel López Obrador. López Obrador contested the results, claiming widespread irregularities and demanding a recount, but the Federal Electoral Tribunal ruled in favor of Calderón.

Nationwide Protests Call

López Obrador called for nationwide protests to ask for a national recount, stating that the government would be responsible for any flare-up of anger after officials rejected his demand for a manual recount of the extremely close vote.

Blockade of Paseo de la Reforma

López Obrador organized a blockade of 12 kilometers of Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City as an act of civil disobedience, causing significant losses for businesses in the area.

TEPJF orders partial recount

The Federal Electoral Tribunal (TEPJF) ordered a recount of 11,839 ballot boxes in 155 districts, despite López Obrador's demand for a total recount, leading to intensified civil resistance.

Protesters take over tollbooths and foreign bank offices

Protesters supporting López Obrador took over tollbooths on federal highways and surrounded main offices of foreign banks, alleging their involvement in Mexican politics and economic disparity.

Ruling of the Federal Electoral Tribunal

The Federal Electoral Tribunal ruled that the 2006 election was fair and declared Felipe Calderón as the winner, rejecting López Obrador's demand for a manual recount.

National Democratic Convention

López Obrador held a rally called 'National Democratic Convention' on Independence Day, criticizing the country's institutions and calling for the creation of new ones.

Marriage to Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller

Andrés Manuel López Obrador married Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller in 2006. They have one son together, Jesús Ernesto.

Proclamation as 'Legitimate President'

López Obrador's sympathizers proclaimed him the 'Legitimate President' at a rally in Mexico City, leading to the establishment of a parallel government and shadow cabinet.

Occupation of Congress

Legislators of the Broad Progressive Front (FAP), the PRD, Labor, and Convergence parties occupied Congress due to disagreements regarding energy policy discussions, claiming they were unconstitutional.

Andrés Manuel López Obrador Scandal

In October 2009, a scandal erupted when a photo of Andrés Manuel López Obrador wearing expensive Louis Vuitton brand tennis shoes during a PRD protest in front of the Senate over taxes was published by the Milenio newspaper.

Economic Proposals Announcement

Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced economic proposals including job creation, austerity measures, progressive fiscal reforms, and ending monopolies.

Formation of MORENA Party

Following his presidential election loss in 2012, López Obrador announced the formation of a new party called MORENA, as a result of his withdrawal from the Democratic Revolution Party. This move was aimed at founding a new political party from the Movement for National Regeneration, also known as MORENA.

Approval of MORENA as Political Party

On January 7, 2014, Martí Batres, president of MORENA, presented the documentation to the INE to be acknowledged as a political party. This approval allowed MORENA to receive federal funds and participate in the 2015 legislative elections.

Formation of Juntos Haremos Historia Coalition

On December 13, 2017, the coalition Juntos Haremos Historia was formed, bringing together MORENA, the PT, and the PES. This coalition supported López Obrador as the presidential candidate and divided the legislative elections between the three parties.

Economic Policy Announcement

López Obrador announced his economic policy, emphasizing the need for a mixed economy with public and private investment, as well as social sector involvement. He also outlined plans to rescue the agriculture industry and implement infrastructure projects to stimulate economic growth.

2018 Mexican Presidential Election

Andrés Manuel López Obrador won the election with 53% of the popular vote, becoming the first candidate to win an outright majority since 1988.

Vote on New International Airport

López Obrador organized a vote to decide the fate of the New International Airport for Mexico City, with about 70% voting against its continuation.

Inauguration of Andrés Manuel López Obrador

López Obrador took office as the President of Mexico on 1 December 2018.

Granting Political Asylum to Evo Morales

Mexico granted political asylum to former Bolivian President Evo Morales, demonstrating López Obrador's stance on providing asylum for political figures facing urgent situations.

International Women's Day March in Mexico City

Following a well-publicized femicide, women's marches spiked nationally, leading to a massive demonstration in Mexico City on International Women's Day with around 80,000 participants.

Women's Strike in Mexico

Women's groups called for a strike on 9 March 2020, marked by the absence of women at work, in class, shopping, and other public activities, as a part of the two days of action to address the issue of femicide.

COVID-19 Positive Test

Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 Cases and Deaths

As of 25 January 2021, 1,763,219 people in Mexico have contracted the virus and 149,614 have died, indicating the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the country.

Great Collar of the Order of the Quetzal from Guatemala

López Obrador received the Great Collar of the Order of the Quetzal from Guatemala, demonstrating his international recognition and diplomatic relations.

Grand Cross of the Order of José Cecilio del Valle from Honduras

López Obrador was honored with the Grand Cross of the Order of José Cecilio del Valle from Honduras, showcasing his international recognition and diplomatic relations.

Medal of the Order of José Martí from Cuba

López Obrador received the Medal of the Order of José Martí from Cuba, demonstrating his international recognition and diplomatic relations.

López Obrador's Call for Ceasefire in Israel–Hamas War

López Obrador called for a ceasefire in the Israel–Hamas war, showcasing his involvement in international diplomacy and peace efforts.

End of the Timeline
Andrés Manuel López Obrador

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