José Colin Mendoza Bagaforo

“The Ati people have been stewards of the land for generations. They have made it cultivated and productive. Their right to land is linked to the rights of indigenous peoples: we call on all parties to respect them.”

“Our political choice reflects our values. The vote reveals who I am. The votes cast by people are a reflection of this. Our vote is an expression and affirmation of our human dignity, a fundamental principle of Catholic social doctrine. It is a gift from God to people and the way we use it is our gift to our country. It is the fulfillment of one's own responsibility to participate in the social and political life of our country and to influence it.”