This essay was originally presented as theRobert F. Kennedy Professorship Lecture at theDavid Rockefeller Center for Latin American StudiesHarvard UniversityOctober 17, 2005Background and Motivation1Most of my training and professional experience has been that of an academic studying electoralbehavior, political parties, and democratic representation. It was only two years ago, lured by theopportunity to help the ongoing strengthening of Mexico's electoral democracy, that I accepted the invitation of the new Councilor President of the Federal Electoral Institute (IFE), Dr. Luis Carlos Ugalde, to becomethe agency's executive, and thus in charge of the office which lies at the heart of the interaction betweenMexico's political parties and the state. The experience was most challenging, and, equally, gratifying. Forthe opportunity and trust, I will remain thankful to Dr. Ugalde and all of the other Council members who backed my nomination.And yet, as I conducted the auditing of......
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