Mexican Movement Protests Lack of Water and Security, Plans New March

Members of the Movimiento Antorchista del Estado de México gathered at the offices of EL UNIVERSAL to present a letter detailing their demands for essential services, primarily focusing on the lack of water and security. Fany Mendoza, a representative for the movement in Nicolás Romero municipality, stated that the document compiles the key needs identified in community assemblies.

Their demands include crucial infrastructure projects such as drainage and potable water systems, electrification, sanitation, and support for the agricultural sector. Mendoza noted that these requests were formally submitted to the state government two years prior. "We want works and services for the countryside, for the city, for students, and for everyone who joins Antorcha groups. We are not seeking personal endorsements or positions for leaders," she asserted.

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We want works and services for the countryside, for the city, for students, and for everyone who joins Antorcha groups. We are not seeking personal endorsements or positions for leaders.

Mendoza explained that the state leadership, headed by Abel Pérez Zamorano, had attempted multiple times to meet with state authorities. Approximately eight months ago, following a previous demonstration, a schedule of meetings with various government departments was agreed upon. However, Mendoza claimed these meetings were consistently canceled and never rescheduled, leading to frustration among the group's members.

Consequently, the Movimiento Antorchista is preparing for a new march in the state capital. "We feel hurt because no one received us. We are Mexicans who pay taxes and exercise our constitutional rights. All we ask is to be received for dialogue," Mendoza stated. The letter delivered to EL UNIVERSAL highlights that thousands of residents in municipalities including Ecatepec, Nezahualcóyotl, Chalco, and others face significant issues with access to drinking water, drainage, healthcare, food, and security.

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We feel hurt because no one received us. We are Mexicans who pay taxes and exercise our constitutional rights. All we ask is to be received for dialogue.