The merit of building democracy is collective

From the editorial staff

The newspaper La Jornada
Friday, August 2, 2024, p. 5

Building a strong democracy It is not achieved alone, it is the result of teamwork of committed peoplesaid Monica Soto, presiding judge of the Superior Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal of the Judicial Branch of the Federation (TEPJF).

When unveiling a commemorative plaque in the anteroom of the plenary hall to public servants with 25 uninterrupted years in the TEPJF, such as Judge Felipe de la Mata, Soto expressed confidence that with the support and professionalism of the staff, work will continue to take place. good examples of the solidity and integrity with which this institution works.

Historic moment

Accompanied by De la Mata and Felipe Fuentes, the magistrate asked the workers to feel proud to be protagonists of a historic moment, in which the Electoral Court is an important part of the consolidation of democracy.

For his part, De la Mata expressed his gratitude that the plaque unveiled bears his name, in recognition of his career and legacy since he arrived at the court in December 1996.

Fuentes considered that the staff has a vision of peace, of social stability and highlighted the role they play in this institution which has been decisive in having years of peaceful transition.