Amid claims, Somos México and PAZ are sworn in as new political parties; they ask to strengthen institutions

Mexico's political landscape has expanded with the official registration of two new parties, Somos México and PAZ, by the National Electoral Institute (INE). The leaders of these newly recognized political forces took their oaths before the INE's General Council, marking a significant step in their journey to participate in national elections.

During their respective addresses, both party leaders voiced grievances regarding past decisions made by the INE. Hugo Éric Flores, representing PAZ, directly urged the INE's General Council to guarantee that "every Mexican's vote counts," a sentiment underscored by his call for stronger institutions. He questioned past election results, citing discrepancies in vote counts that he believes unfairly impacted their previous registration efforts. "We want institutions that guarantee that every vote of the Mexicans is counted. We are still here because we never left, we are very proud to be able to return today to stay," Flores stated.

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We want institutions that guarantee that every vote of the Mexicans is counted. We are still here because we never left, we are very proud to be able to return today to stay.

Guadalupe Acosta Naranjo, leader of Somos México, also presented a strong critique, particularly concerning an INE directive to change their party's name and color due to alleged similarities with another registered party. "They ordered us to change our name, but we freely decided to be Somos México, we are pink tide, we are dignified, we are free and we are democrats for Mexico," he declared. Acosta Naranjo positioned Somos México as a force for "opposition," but crucially, also as one that will offer "proposals and solutions," aiming to "recover our republic and our democracy" by 2030.

Both parties, despite their initial claims and demands for institutional reform, have successfully navigated the registration process. Their stated objectives include strengthening democratic institutions and ensuring electoral integrity, setting the stage for their participation in future political contests.

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They ordered us to change our name, but we freely decided to be Somos México, we are pink tide, we are dignified, we are free and we are democrats for Mexico.