Here’s a breakdown of the provided text, focusing on the key information about the protests against gentrification:
Key Events and Calls to Action:
Regional Congress Against Gentrification: Protesters announced a “first Regional Congress against Gentrification” to be held on Saturday, August 9th, at the rectory of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). This was stated by a representative of the Front for the Young Housing.
March Against Gentrification (July 26th):
The third edition of this march took place on Saturday, July 26th, starting at 2:00 p.m.
The original planned route was from the Hemicycle to Juárez to the United States Embassy, passing through Avenida Juárez, the Central Alameda, and Paseo de la Reforma.
Route Changes: Due to the presence of security elements, the protesters changed their route twice.They initially went towards the ZĂłcalo and then decided to return to 5 de Mayo Street to head towards the Monument to the Revolution. Protester Actions:
A contingent closed access to the Juárez Metro station for a few minutes.
Another group of protesters had a physical exchange (pushing) with police who were containing them. No serious injuries were reported.
Arrival at Hemicycle to Juárez: Protesters began arriving at the Hemicycle to Juárez shortly before 2:00 p.m., with a last-minute change to head to the Mexico City Zócalo.
Police Presence: Security elements were present on the streets, accompanying the march and limiting the protesters’ movement.
affected Roads: Several streets were affected by the march, including those of the Republic, Paris, Ignacio RamĂrez, Manuel VillalongĂn, General Prim, Insurgents, River Rhin, and Florence.
Public Transport Impact: Lines 1 and 3 of the Metro were expected to modify their operations.
underlying Demands:
The protesters are demanding government intervention to address gentrification and dispossession.
They are calling for participation in the congress to further their cause.
in essence, the text describes a series of protests and a planned congress aimed at raising awareness and demanding action against gentrification in Mexico City.
