During the repatriation ceremony of the remains of the Mexican revolutionary Catarino Garza Rodriguezthe president-elect of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardohighlighted this Monday the importance of preserving historical memory as an integral part of the Fourth Transformation.
Claudia Sheinbaum stressed that rescuing forgotten figures from the past, such as Garza, is essential to continue with the principles of justice and social well-being promoted by the Transformation.
The former head of the Government of Mexico City stressed that the preservation of historical memory is a responsibility that is part of the “Second Floor” of the Fourth Transformation.
According to the President-elect, this task involves not only recognizing the heroes and heroines who fought for the rights of the people, but also breaking the silence that neoliberalism imposed on key historical figures.
“Historical silence becomes a voice,” said Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, indicating that the recovery of names such as Catarino Garza Rodríguez helps transform the present and project a more just future.
Catarino Garza Rodríguez was a Mexican revolutionary who fought against the authoritarian regime in the 19th century, and his repatriation represents, according to Sheinbaum, a vindication of the popular struggle for freedom and democracy.
“Bringing his remains back to Mexico is giving him back his place in our history, recognizing his sacrifice in building a freer country,” said the next president of Mexico.
The Fourth Transformation and the historical claim
During her speech, Sheinbaum highlighted the role of the Fourth Transformation in reconstructing the historical past, stating that the recognition of figures such as Garza helps move towards a more equitable Mexico.
In his view, history should not be seen as a single narrative, but as a mosaic of visions that make up the identity of the nation.
“The historical memory that we seek to preserve cannot and should not be merely a mythologized, unique vision, since it often responds to the vision of the world that we want to convey and in which we believe,” the President-elect pointed out.
This approach includes both indigenous cultures and political figures who, like Catarino Garza, have been rendered invisible by official discourse.
Historical and political justice
Sheinbaum also took advantage of the moment to highlight the work of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador in recovering historical memory.
The UNAM scientist pointed out that the transformation promoted in the last six years has been deep-rooted, not only in the economic and social spheres, but also in the revaluation of the figures who fought against authoritarianism and surrender.
“The recognition of our heroes and heroines allows us to build a more just future,” said Sheinbaum, emphasizing that history is a powerful tool to shape the future. By giving justice to those who were ignored during neoliberal periods, the Fourth Transformation seeks to consolidate a more democratic and sovereign Mexico.
The ceremony for the repatriation of the remains of Catarino Garza Rodríguez was a solemn event attended by various political and cultural figures. Among those present were Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller, wife of President López Obrador; Américo Villarreal Anaya, Governor of Tamaulipas, and Luis Cresencio Sandoval González, Secretary of National Defense.
In addition, Diego Prieto Hernández, director of the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), and Alejandro Gertz ManeroAttorney General of the Republic.
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