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Historias 7 - Jaclyn Sumner on the lone indigenous governor in Mexico's Porfiriato
What explains the endurance of Porfirio Díaz’s rule from 1876 to 1910 in Mexico? Dr. Jaclyn Sumner joins Carlos and Steven to discuss her research on the Porfiriato and how Tlaxcala’s indigenous governor Próspero Cahuantzi (r. 1885-1911) provides important clues to its longevity. As SECOLAS’ current president, she also describes her goals for the organization and why Latin Americanists of all stripes should join us in Oaxaca next March. Originally published on April 16, 2018.
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