In Mexico, "Religion and Fueros!" became the battle cry of conservatives. Why was this the case?

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Conservative Mexicans closely associated their identity and political goals with the Catholic Church, viewing religion, the church, and the clergy as central to their cause and societal structure. The term "fueros" refers to special privileges or legal exemptions, often associated with the clergy and military, which conservatives aimed to protect against liberal reforms that sought their reduction or elimination.

In Mexico, "Religion and Fueros!" Became the Battle Cry of Conservatives