### UABC Rector Denies Suppression of Protests Against Judicial Reform
Luis Enrique Palafox Maestre, the rector of the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), has firmly denied accusations that the university barred students from organizing protests against the recent judicial reform. The rector emphasized that the university upholds the freedom of expression among its students, allowing them to voice their opinions whether in favor or against the constitutional changes.
Palafox Maestre highlighted that the university promotes open dialogue and encourages students to express their views on various topics. He stated, “We applaud that young people express themselves, whether in support or against the reform, as it is part of their fundamental rights as university students.”
He further clarified that there was no institutional directive to avoid discussing the judicial reform or to prevent the use of clothing or signs with anti-reform slogans on campus. “It is false that such manifestations have been censored. We have promoted free expression, and it has indeed occurred. The students have consistently found a safe space in the university, across all campuses,” he added.
The rector also underscored the initiatives taken by the Faculty of Law to create spaces for discussion, allowing diverse viewpoints regarding the judicial reform to be heard. “As a university, we have maintained a respectful stance towards the different positions within our 80,000-strong community. It is essential at an institutional level to respect diverse ways of thinking,” he commented.
While Palafox Maestre refrained from predicting the reform’s consequences, he suggested the community should remain vigilant and well-informed about the changes in the justice system. “There is much uncertainty about what will come next, and we cannot anticipate a negative scenario at this point,” he concluded.
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### Additional Updates on Judicial Reform Protests
#### Workers of Tijuana’s Judicial Branch Protest at Baja California Congress
In a related development, workers from Tijuana’s Judicial Branch of the Federation have moved their protests to the Baja California Congress. They are voicing their concerns over the potential impacts of the judicial reform on their working conditions and job security. The protestors demonstrate their commitment to preserving the integrity of their professions and the judicial system as a whole.
#### Calls for Respect for Free Expression Amid Protests at the State Congress
Meanwhile, the Human Rights Commission of Baja California (CEDHBC) has called for the respect of free expression during the protests at the State Congress. The Commission emphasized the importance of ensuring that police intervention in these demonstrations is conducted with a human rights perspective.
These developments come at a critical time as the region continues to debate the implications of the judicial reform, which aim to bring significant changes to the legal landscape. The protests and discussions underscore the need for ongoing dialogue and the protection of civil liberties.
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