How does Mexico's government compare to that of the USA?

Mexico's government mirrors that of the United States as there are three branches (executive, legislative, and judicial). Unlike the United States, much of Mexico's history involves the domination by a single political party.

Mexico is divided into 31 states and one Federal District (Similar to Washington DC). Each of the states has its own constitution that provides for an elected governor, an elected unicameral legislature, and state courts with judges who are appointed. States have the power to legislate local matters like levying taxes, but much of their funding comes from the national level.