El Sol Newspaper, May 24, 1946, Page 2

ha = ny -—p Página 2 ALMOST INTERESTING ARTICLE... The El Paso Times, one of the largest dailies pub- Fished in El Paso, Texas, has recently printed the follow- íag article, which because of its bearing on the coming ¡residential elections in Mexico, we in turn publish. This erticle was written by Mr. Antonio J. Bermúdez, who has “o distinguished himself in the state of Chihuahua, Mex- í0, as a progressive public official, honest and worthy of '1e respect and admiration in which he.is held by all his ¡allow citizens. The greatness of the ideals adhered to by Miguel ¿¿lemán, candidate for president of Mexico, are pointed cut specifically by Mr. Bermúdez. Mr. Alemán's doctrine ' i5: National unity, morality and capability in governmen- tal functions, re-evolution of industry and in agriculture ¿s well as in schools, highways and hospitals. Last week we published this article in spanish. "Today, for the benefit of our english-speaking public, we «do so in english. ¡HE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION AND THE - FUTURE OF MEXICO By ANTONIO J. BERMUDEZ Some of my friends have suggested, and even requested that 1 write an article for the American Press explaininy to the. American public— facts and information concerning the com- ing Presidential elections in Mexico. President Manuel Avila Camacho, who virtually won the heart and admiration of the Mexican people during his progres- sive and constructive administration, and who is considered in Mexico the most democratic president in its history, is about to fulfill his term, a term he devotedly served in.. which.. his outstanding achievemeint was securing the over-all unification of his people. Therefore, a new man must succeed him. It is doubtless that the political, economic and cultural life of the United States and Mexico is linked in such a manlaer hat what happens to one of these two countries, is bound to have an echo or reflection on the other. The welfare and economic development of Mexico should be, and 1 am sure it is, the source of serious thought on the part of the United States. There is a moral point of view prev- alent in Mexico today, olnd in other countries for that matter, that wealh and prosperity should not be the possession of just cne country alone. After all, we have just finished fighting a éxreadful war, the object of which was to set democracy as the prevailing world doctrine: democracy meaning equality of rights to human beings, abolishment of poverty and a Christian life offering the same opportunities and privileges. The welfare and economic development of Mexico would mean enchancement of cordiglity and co-operation between the two countries and, ultimately, it would prove good sound bus- iness to have a prosperous neighbor to the South who cain ev- entually become a first class customer. The war would have been fought in vain if we did not live up to the principles for which it was fought. Politics are so intimately. so closely linked to the life of any country that now, under the new. post-war era of thought and action, it is no wonder that the presidential elections. in my country should attract the interest and attracticn.. .of.. our friends and neighbors to the north. A presidential candidate is just as good as his program of government, and is generally re- jarded as good as his political platform. Therefore, this article is not intended to be personal, but to point out what we expect of the future government of our country. Mexico, just like any other country in the world, is over- loaded with grave problems to face and solve. Mr. Alemán, con- sidered the outstanding man of the hour, the most popular and capable of the candidates on the political field, and the one who holds more probabilities of victory, has made a thorough, clear, technological study of our problems. 1 will point out some of the tasks which he has to face if he becomes the next Pres- ident of Mexico: No. 1.— High morality in public life. Honesty, not only in the handling of public funds, but honesty in our words, in our purposes and above all, honesty ín our actions. No. 2-— An immediate fight against the soaring cost of life. The normal, everyday necessities of life have become a luxury to the people of Mexico due to the high prices and econ- omic inability to pay such prices. Suffering and malnutrition are an aftermath of this condition. No. 3— A fight-to the finish against poverty. Mexico has boasted of being a free and independent country for the last 136 years. -The bare facts are that the people of Mexico have A “EL SOL” SEMANARIO POPULAR INDEPENDIENTE been slaves of dire poverty. Liberty cannot exist without econ- omic freedom. No. 4— Mechanization and modernization of agriculture in Mexico are compulsory. We must suffice ourselves. We must produce what we consume and even have a surplus for export purposes and a reserve for such eventualities as loss of crops, due to droughts, and so forth. No. 5— We must invest large amounts of money in irri- gation projects as the sensible way to foster agricultural devel- opment, and to insure plentiful crops. No. 6— There will be an ample and broad program of road building connecting rich sections of the country which have remained so far isolated and undeveloped due to lack of commulnications and transportation. This alone will strengthen the economic structure of Mexico. No. 7— Improvement of the railroad lines and service to the public. Completion of some of the most important lines such as the Kansas City-Mexico and Orient. Opening of new railroads to the various coasts of Mexico. A great wealth lies untouched in the sea shores of Mexico. 4 No. 8-— Mexico must become industrialized. The efforts oí President Manuel Avila Camacho have set the course to this end. Thermo-electric and hydro-electric «plants must fur- nish the power for new industries. Prosperity of the Nation can- not exist without industrial development. Industrialized coun- trieg are larger consumers. Economic history proves that world trade is largest not between industrial countries and colonials but between industrialized nations themselves. No. 9— A fight against ignorance and illiteracy must be continued dnd even increased. Thousands of schools have been built during the epoch of the revolutionary government, many more thousands of schools must be built, we must improve the standard of living of the school teachers,.. and.. a.. wide-spread hcaiín of pre-vocational schools throughout the country must be started to take care of the boys when hey are through with their primary education. New views, attractions and perspec- tives should be offered the youths of Mexico so that they can dedicate themselves to study and culture. No. 10— Freedom of the press: freedom of speech; free- dom of religion shall be the privilege of every Mexican citizen and shall have such as outlined in the democratic principles full respect of the Government. No. 11— Justice, like liberty, shall be our highest treas- ure and the untouched and sacred refuge and protection to which all citizens without exception have an equal right. No. 12— The material amd idealogical conquests” and a- chievements of the working man of Mexico shall prevail and Mexico must base its real prosperity in the ideals of the Revo- lution which looks forward as a goal to the improvement of the standard of living of the laborers, peasants, and all working men. No. 13— Health preservation must play an important role. A fight. against all diseases through appropriate methods ¡of hygiene. Building of hospitals, cultural -campaigíns to im- prove health standards. Tuberculosis, cancer and venereal dis- eases in Mexico, like in other countries are the enemies of hu- manity. No. 14— International relations are the source of pro- found thought. The post-war era has done away with isolation, and barriers between countries no longer exist. Inter-dependence plays cin important role in the new world. Meixco and the Uni-' ted States are linked in their destiny, and together they must | face the future. The United States in a gesture of justice and wisdom to itself should share in he economic development of Mexico, and all the Americola countries as a means of self-pro- tection. We have desires and intentions to develop to the fullest extent an international trade with the Ulaited States, to sell and to buy from each other with no other limitation than our capacity as a small nation to meet obligatioóns. No. 15— Foreign capital shall be welcome to Mexico as long as it is invested by law-abiding and well-intentioned ci- tizens who must keep in mind that there is legal right to a fair profit, but must be aware that Mexico must benefit first. No field in the world offers more attractive and safe opportu- ELIJAN A William E. Stanford Candidato Para ASESOR DEL CONDADO Veterano de la Guerra Mundial No. 2 nities for the development of industry than Mexico. No. 16— Revision of th efiscal laws. The budget would be increased. Industry and business should be developed to a point where they can succeed, make a fair profit for them- selves, and have the Government share a larger income in the way of taxation. , The above has been extracted from the thoughts of Mr. Alemán as expressed by him in public. Through such ideas the man should be judged. Now 1 will enter into the field of his background as a citizen. He is a self-made man. The son of a revolutionary general who fought incessantly for the principles of our revolution, who died poor, but enjoying fame and pres- tige. Mr. Alemán was always a distinguished student. He wor- ked his way through school and graduated with high honors as a lawyer in the National University of Mexico. He is 42 years old and was born in Sayula, State of Veracruz. In his law practice he was successful in protecting the miners through the passing of legislation in Congress, declaring silicosis a pro- fessional disease, subject to indemnity. While in public life he has served as a national Congressman, as Judge of the high court of the federal district (Mexico City), as Governor of the State of Veracruz, as a member of the Cabinet in the govern- ment of President Manuel Avila Camacho, and Chief of said Cabinet. He resigned as Secretary of the Interior six months ago to launch his candidacy for the Presidency of Mexico. We Mexicans have faith and confidence that he, as the next Pre- sident of Mexico, will be an able leader that will place us on the road to national prosperity and he will achieve the welfare and happiness of our people. We are living in an era of grave responsibilities. Mr. A- lemán is aware of what the people of Mexico need, and fur- thermore, he is also fully aware of what they expect of him as an accomplishment of what he has promised throughout his political campaign, and 1 am sure it will be his greatest am- bition and satisfaction to fulfill the wishes of the people. The majority of the people of Mexico are with Mr. Alemár with the idea in mind of a richer, greater and happier Mexico. .J/e think of the future of our country in the same terms as the Ameri- can people think of the future of the United States. The war has been fought successfully and won to create a better world to live in. The sacrifices of those who gave their lives shall in- sure the welfare and happiness of the new post-war world. Mexico shall not be the exception in this respect. We will most certainly do our part, Mexico under the banner of Mr. Alemán will come out victorious in a fight for a higher and better stan- dard of living for the forgotten man of our country. == MISSION CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Garantía en el trabajo y todas las facilidades posibles a los veteranos para que construyan sus nuevas cCa- sas. Se les hacen los mejores precios y se les ayuda para que construyan su nueva casa. VEAN A ALEX HUERTA Rt. 1 Box 561 Teléfono 337 Tempe, Ariz. 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