The CNTE teachers' union continues its 72-hour national strike in Mexico City, blocking key streets as part of their ongoing protest for educational reforms and salary increases.
On March 19, the Coordinadora Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educación (CNTE) continues its three-day strike in Mexico City, with protests aimed at pressing the government for key educational reforms and a substantial salary increase. On the second day of the demonstrations, significant traffic disruptions are expected as they plan to block the busy intersection of Paseo de la Reforma and Bucareli at 10:00 AM, following a press conference at 9:00 AM.
The protest coincides with the CNTE's demands for the resumption of dialogue with the local government, specifically with President Claudia Sheinbaum. Their calls to action include the repeal of the ISSSTE Law enacted in 2007 and the 2019 Educational Reform, the re-establishment of a pension system free from private management (Afores), and a bold demand for a 100% increase in base salaries for teachers. These demands highlight the ongoing struggles faced by educators in Mexico, seeking better working conditions and fair compensation.
The protests represent a broader social movement within the country, portraying the persistent discontent among educators regarding legislative changes that impact their livelihoods and working conditions. The CNTE's significant presence in the capital, along with their camp set up in the Zócalo, indicates both their resolve and the potential for continued disruption until their demands are heard and addressed by government officials.
