HRES 1186
Recognizing the indispensable role of the Indigenous people of Guatemala in ensuring a democratic transition following the 2023 general election in the face of judicial corruption, political exclusion, and historic marginalization, and urging the Government of Guatemala to follow through on its commitments to represent and equitably serve all Guatemalans.
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This House Resolution recognizes the crucial role of Guatemala’s Indigenous people in securing a democratic transition following the 2023 elections, amidst ongoing challenges like judicial corruption and historical marginalization. It urges the Guatemalan government to uphold its commitments to represent all Guatemalans and acknowledges the resilience of Indigenous communities who actively defended the election results through protests and legal challenges. The resolution also calls on the U.S. government to support Guatemala’s democratic progress and prioritize the rights of Indigenous populations.
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Cori Bush
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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