Multilingual Justice Takes Center Stage in Mexican Supreme Court Race

Oaxaca Candidate Highlights Multilingual Justice Initiative in Supreme Court Bid Aristides Rodrigo, candidate number 48 in the upcoming elections for the Mexican Supreme Court of Justice, is making a unique appeal to voters. In a recently released campaign video, filmed in Oaxaca, Rodrigo and his supporters highlight a program called "Justice In Your Language." This initiative aims to provide legal services in indigenous languages, specifically Mazatec and Zapotec, for the first time. "Con #JusticiaEnTuLengua, el Poder Judicial en 🇲🇽 hablará tu idioma," Rodrigo states in the video, emphasizing the program's importance. The video shows Rodrigo and a group of supporters standing before a statue of Benito Juarez, a symbol of Mexican justice and reform. One supporter, speaking in Zapotec, adds, "Aristides hombre... que apoya la justicia." This translates to, "Aristides, a man who supports justice." The video's release comes as part of Rodrigo's campaign leading up to election day on June 1st. His focus on linguistic inclusivity within the judicial system represents a significant departure from traditional campaign strategies, potentially resonating with a wide range of voters concerned about social justice and the representation of indigenous communities. The video's success in reaching a broader audience will be closely watched as the election approaches.