The Generation Z mobilization in Mexico City (CDMX) last Saturday, November 15, continues to generate repercussions.
Following the disturbances in the Zócalo and the dismantling of the barricades erected around the National Palace, the group announced a new march for this Thursday, November 20, in the nation’s capital.
Through a message disseminated on X, the movement once again called for people to take to the streets with the slogan: “Mexico does not surrender. Mexicans at the cry of war. Gen Z does not surrender.”
The gathering is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., and—as with the previous mobilization—it was mentioned that the route will be the same as last weekend’s.
Why is Generation Z marching in the country?
The organizers stated that the protest aims to demand justice and greater security in the country, motivated in part by the recent climate of violence and, particularly, by the assassination of Carlos Manzo, mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, a crime that fueled outrage among broad sectors of the population.
The group asked participants to stay tuned to updates on the movement’s official accounts, as detailed logistics have not yet been released.
Summary of the Generation Z protest on November 15th: The previous march had a strong media impact. Although it was organized by young people, the majority of attendees were senior citizens and citizens critical of the federal government.
The gathering began at the Angel of Independence and proceeded toward the Zócalo without significant incidents for most of the route; However, upon reaching the Plaza de la Constitución, a group of masked individuals tore down the metal barriers protecting the National Palace, leading to clashes with officers from the Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC).
According to the official report, the disturbances left at least 100 police officers injured and 20 civilians wounded. In addition, 20 people were arrested for alleged acts of assault and theft, while another 20 were detained for administrative offenses.
Source: adn40
