Why is Freedom of Expression Day celebrated in Mexico

Freedom of Expression Day is a special date that is celebrated on June 7 of each year. This date seeks to celebrate and reflect on freedom of expression; basic, constitutional, fundamental and inherent human right and necessary for human beings.

In fact, freedom of expression contributes to the exercise of other fundamental rights and freedoms of assembly, association, petition and above all, political participation. Given its importance in the life and development of human beings, the Day of Freedom of Expression deserves a space in the calendar of the Mexican ephemeris.

Read on and discover how Freedom of Expression Day was born.

Origin of Freedom of Expression Day in Mexico

The origin of the Day of Freedom of Expression in Mexico dates back to the time when Benito Juárez ruled. He legislated and governed so that all Mexicans could express themselves freely. However, this right was repressed in the times of Porfirio Díaz.

It must be remembered that the right to freedom of expression is enshrined in our Political Constitution, specifically in articles 6 and 7. Therefore, on this Freedom of Expression Day it is necessary to say that Mexico must continue to be a country of freedoms. ; a country where criticism, questioning, control and investigation that the practice of freedom of expression entails are not repressed.

Freedom of expression is one of the pillars of democracy.