Political Campaigning on the Cuauhtémoc: A Tragic Juxtaposition

On May 18th, 2025, a video surfaced showing Morena supporters using the Mexican Navy's training ship Cuauhtémoc in New York City to urge Mexican citizens to vote in the upcoming judicial elections on June 1st. The video's timing is particularly striking, as it was recorded mere hours before a fatal accident on the ship claimed the lives of two naval cadets. The woman in the video, while promoting the vote, specifically encourages viewers to vote for Isaac de Paz. The incident raises questions about the appropriateness of using a naval vessel for political campaigning, especially given the tragic events that followed. The juxtaposition of political messaging with the subsequent accident creates an undeniable emotional contrast. While the video's message is clear, its timing and context are highly controversial and raise ethical concerns.