He was the founder of the Mexican Democratic Party (PDM) and a presidential candidate in the 1982 general election, in which he received 1.85% of the popular vote.
[1][2] Ignacio González Gollaz was born on October 17, 1924, in Amatitán, Jalisco, Mexico, into a family with strong Catholic and conservative values.
[3][2] One of his most significant contributions was his opposition to the lingering political influence of Gonzalo N. Santos, the former governor of San Luis Potosi (1943 - 1949).
Despite leaving office, Santos retained control over local politics as a cacique ,enforcing authoritarian rule and repressing opposition.
His activism coincided with broader reform movements, including those led by Dr. Salvador Nava, a prominent reformist and critic of Santos.