Mexican Consulate Voting and Historic Election Claudia Sheinbaum

What does the long line at the Mexican consulate in Chicago indicate?

• Mexican nationals working in the U.S. were eager to vote in the election.

• There is a food festival happening.

• People are waiting for a concert.

• The consulate is giving away free items.

Answer explanation

Mexican citizens can have dual citizenship in the United States. The Mexican Nationality Law of 1998 allows Mexicans to have more than one nationality. People can acquire dual citizenship through naturalization or by being born in the United States to at least one Mexican parent. 

Dual citizenship can have benefits, including:

• Investment and inheritance laws: Dual nationals may receive better treatment under these laws

• Public schools and universities: Dual nationals can attend public schools and universities as Mexicans

• Government services and jobs: Dual nationals can access other Mexican government services and jobs 

However, Mexican citizens who naturalize in the United States may not be able to vote or run for office in Mexico while keeping their Mexican nationality. 

Why is this election considered historic?

• It is the first time a female candidate is running for president.

• It is the first time a Jewish candidate is running for president.

• Both A and B.

• It is the first time elections are held in Mexico.

What new voting opportunities are available for Mexican nationals in this election?

• They can vote electronically.

• They can vote by mail.

• They can vote at the consulate.

• All of the above.

What did one voter express about the importance of this election?

• It is the least important election of her lifetime.

• She does not plan to vote.

• It is the most important election of her lifetime.

• She is indifferent about the election.

How far did one voter travel to cast a ballot at the Mexican consulate in Chicago?

• From California

• From Texas

• From New York

• From Minnesota