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There is one thing beyond the reach of perversity. The inevitable failure of history, she will judge us

— Benito Juárez

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Among individuals, as among nations, respect for the rights of others is peace.'

Democracy is the destiny of humanity; freedom its indestructible arm.

May the people and the government respect the rights of all. Between individuals, as between nations, peace means respect for the rights of others.

Mexicans: let us now pledge all our efforts to obtain and consolidate the benefits of peace.

The government of the republic will fulfill its duty to defend its independence, to repel foreign aggression, and accept the struggle to which it has been provoked, counting on the unanimous spirit of the Mexicans and on the fact that sooner or later the cause of rights and justice will triumph.

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