2006 electoral protests

Following the 2006 general election in July, the main streets of Mexico City have been occupied by sympathizers of Obrador, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Revolution Party. He claimed the election had been compromised by widespread electoral fraud. The protesters set up tents on the streets and have pledged to remain there in support of their candidate until the outcome of the election was overturned. However, the result was reannounced on September 6th with no change, but the tents are still there. The main road, la Reforma, is lined with tents for many miles and has affected many businesses in this area due to lack of access.