“Indigenous peoples are the deepest root of Mexico”
In his recent speech, Aguilar Ortiz underlined the crucial role of the Indigenous peoples in Mexico. He emphasized this point during the impactful reception ceremony for the command and service baton, reinforcing the significance of these communities in shaping the country’s identity.
“The baton and its accompanying services embody a unique seal of authority and responsibility. In the context of Indigenous communities, headship is not just a title; it denotes a commitment to lead, care for, and nurture the community, ensuring trust that the one who assumes this position will protect and serve,” he articulated.
“We are the ministers of the people,” says Hugo Aguilar
Aguilar Ortiz began his address by referencing Article 39 of the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States, which states that “sovereignty resides essentially and originally in the people.” This foundation legitimizes the collective presence and involvement at the ceremony, further asserting the importance of his upcoming role as the President of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) following the elections set for June 1, 2025.
Hugo Aguilar Ortiz releases a message after receiving the baton
After receiving the command cane, Hugo Aguilar Ortiz, poised to be the next minister President of the SCJN, addressed attendees with a message in the Indigenous language of Tu’un Savi. He expressed gratitude towards all present, including Traditional and Snail Medicine practitioners who led the ceremony. He also acknowledged the other ministers set to guide the judiciary over the forthcoming nine years, particularly mentioning Arístides Rodrigo Guerrero, who was unable to attend due to health issues.
In his remarks, he also recognized the National Council of Indigenous Peoples, who were responsible for the ritual purification and delivery ceremony of the baton.
Ultimately, Hugo Aguilar Ortiz received the command baton from Martha Bautista Sámano, the Municipal President of San Agustín Tlacotepec, Oaxaca, which is his birthplace.
“This command cane symbolizes the great diversity of our nation. It embodies an ancestral power, reflecting our history, emphasizing that the pursuit of justice must consider every individual equally… This cane holds the spirit of our land, filled with love and dedication,” she remarked before handing the baton over to Hugo Aguilar Ortiz.
“This cane represents the trust that all Mexicans place in our nine ministers, who are now tasked with shaping a judicial system that genuinely delivers justice for everyone,” she added.
Carlos Hernández, the governor of San Sebastián Teponahuastlán Mosquitic in Jalisco, presented the baton to Lenia Batres Guadarrama, who garnered the second-highest votes in the election.
Yasmín Esquivel Mossa was handed the command baton by Joaquín Cota Buitemea, the traditional governor of the Vicam people, the first chief of the Yaqui community.
Juan Gabriel del Ángel, the municipal agent from Chincontepec, Veracruz, conferred the command cane to minister Loretta Ortiz.
Moreover, Corenlio Puc Jiménez, the Mayan General from the Ceremonial Center of Felipe Carrillo Puerto in Quintana Roo, delivered the baton to minister María Estela Ríos González.
The fourth minister to receive the baton was Giovanni Figueroa Mejía, who was honored by Eloiza Bautista, a traditional authority from the Purépecha people of Cherán, Michoacán.
Virginia Flores Flores, a traditional authority from the O’Dam Indigenous community of Xoconostle, Durango, ceremoniously delivered the command baton to minister Irving Espinoza Betanzo.
“For us, this baton signifies justice, guidance, dialogue, and most importantly, service to our communities. We wish you great success in your new responsibilities,” Flores Flores remarked.
In conclusion, the recent ceremony not only highlighted the rich heritage of Indigenous peoples in Mexico but also demonstrated a collective commitment to justice and service. The ministers receiving the command batons underscored their responsibility to lead with integrity and care, embodying the trust of the communities they represent.
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