Question

1. make generalizations why was the fight for mexico to become a republic so important?
2. compare and contrast how did general iturbides reign as emperor conflict with his earlier plan for mexico?

Explanation:

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The fight for Mexico to become a republic was important as it aimed to end monarchical rule, establish a government based on the will of the people, promote equality, and secure democratic rights. A republic would allow for representation, limit authoritarian power, and align with ideals of liberty and self - governance that emerged from the independence movement. It also set the stage for a more inclusive political system, different from the hierarchical and often oppressive monarchical structures, and was crucial for the nation's long - term political, social, and economic development, as it could foster stability and progress through democratic processes.

General Iturbide's earlier plan (like the Plan of Iguala) aimed at Mexican independence, with principles of unity (among different social groups), religion (support for Catholicism), and independence. As emperor, his reign was autocratic. His earlier plan emphasized a sort of unity and a more inclusive approach (at least in terms of the independence cause), while his imperial rule was marked by centralized, monarchical power, which conflicted with the idea of a more balanced or people - oriented governance that might have been implied in his earlier plan. Also, the imperial rule was not in line with the growing desire for a republican form of government among many Mexicans, and his autocratic actions as emperor went against the spirit of the independence movement's goals of liberty and self - determination that were part of his earlier plan.

Answer:

The fight for Mexico to become a republic was important to end monarchical rule, establish popular - based governance, promote equality, secure democratic rights, and enable long - term political, social, and economic development through democratic processes.

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