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The concept "partisan identity" has played a crucial role in studies regarding electoral/voting behavior, especially in the US. However, in Mexico studies in this area are scant, thus, the importance of this article. Partisan identity has been defined as a psychological link between an individual & a political party. This essay analyzes the development of partisan identity among Mexicans & how it might be related to the electoral realignment of 2 July 2000. Using data from three national post-electoral surveys from 1994, 1997, & 2000, the authors show that this was the most important variable in determining how the votes were cast in those three elections. They also examine how partisan identity developed over the past 15 years & its main components. The PRI has lost most members, & its followers tend to be among the oldest voters. On the other hand, most PAN sympathizers tend to be found in younger generations. This evidence supports the notion that the transition in Mexico is best understood as an intergenerational change. 5 Tables, 5 Graphs, 1 Appendix. Adapted from the source document.