Explain How, Since the 1980s, the Balance of Power Between

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Essay

Explain how, since the 1980s, the balance of power between the executive and legislature has shifted.   Describe what accounts for these shifts. Explain the impact(s) these shifts have had upon the policy-making process in Mexico.

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Second Wave

Refers to the second wave of the feminist movement, which took place during the 1960s to 1980s, focusing on issues such as equality in the workplace, reproductive rights, and legal inequalities.

Feminist Activists

Individuals who advocate for and work towards equal rights and opportunities for women, often focusing on issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and combating gender-based violence.

Nonsexist Child Raising

Parenting practices aimed at promoting gender equality and avoiding the reinforcement of stereotypes, encouraging children to pursue interests and activities irrespective of gender.

Contemporary Feminism

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