Veracruz Congress awards medal to social fighter Gloria Sánchez, recognizing her political career

The Veracruz Congress has honored Gloria Sánchez Hernández, a prominent social activist and educator, with the prestigious "Heberto Castillo" medal. The award recognizes her extensive political trajectory and her deep commitment to social justice and education in the state.

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This medal signifies a collection of qualities shared by many present and absent who walk the right path of history.

Sánchez, a foundational figure in the left-wing movement in Veracruz, has a rich history in politics. She was a candidate for governor in 1986 under the Mexican Workers' Party, which she helped found. Her political involvement also includes membership in the Mexican Socialist Party and the Party of the Democratic Revolution, serving as both a federal deputy and a senator.

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Teacher Gloria Sánchez is a woman who has made education, social justice, and service to others a true vocation.

Governor Rocío Nahle García lauded Sánchez, describing her as a woman who has dedicated her life to education, social justice, and serving others. Nahle emphasized Sánchez's unwavering commitment to training generations of teachers, advocating for the rights of education workers, and fostering a more just and democratic society. She highlighted Sánchez's role as a leader, unionist, legislator, teacher, and politician, underscoring her compassionate and dedicated nature towards her people.

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A true tireless fighter. Her commitment to training generations of teachers, defending the rights of education workers, and building a more just and democratic society.

The ceremony celebrated not only Sánchez's political achievements but also her personal qualities, recognizing her as a sensitive, solidary, and deeply committed individual. The award serves as a testament to her lifelong dedication to causes she deemed just.

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Behind the leader, the unionist, the legislator, the teacher, and the political militant, there is a woman with a big heart, sensitive, solidary, and deeply committed to her people. Today we recognize your political trajectory, your life, but above all, we recognize your dedication to the causes you have considered just.