At a press conference, Royfid Torres, representative of Mexico Without Bullfighting, commented on the prohibition announced by the Head of Government, Clara Brugada, at Plaza México, where the aim is to prevent bulls from being tortured or killed by matadors. The movement trusts that these measures will discourage the audience that seeks violence in bullfighting shows, which will eventually lead to the end of bullfighting in the country.
Mexico Without Bullfighting, made up of 82 animal protection organizations, stated that bullfighting has come to an end in Mexico City, as bulls will no longer be subjected to torture or death in the arenas, paving the way for a bullfighting show free of violence. Although this measure was not the main reason for their initiative, they believe it is a positive step for animal welfare.
The movement expressed gratitude for the public statement from the Head of Government on this issue, something that had not been seen with her predecessors, and assured that they will closely monitor actions in Congress to achieve the total abolition of bullfighting.
Royfid Torres, on behalf of Mexico Without Bullfighting, expressed solidarity with the 27,000 signatories of the Preferred Citizen Initiative and stated that they will continue the fight until they achieve their goal. He highlighted the importance of regulating these practices and being attentive to the details of the modifications proposed in Congress so that they become effective as soon as possible.
The representative emphasized the harmonization between the Constitution of Mexico City and the federation regarding the prohibition of animal abuse, pointing out that bullfighting, as it is not a sustainable spectacle, will eventually disappear naturally. The creation of the legal figure 'violence-free bullfighting show' is a step in this direction, according to Torres, who urged compliance with the stipulated timeframe.
