The Second Pan-American Congress, held in Mexico City, aimed to unite progressive and democratic forces against rising far-right authoritarianism in the Americas. Over 60 delegates from 12 countries participated, emphasizing the need for cooperative strategies to combat global fascism. Mexican Senator María José Pizarro highlighted the threat of fascism, urging collective action across the hemisphere. U.S. congressional representatives, including Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, expressed solidarity and discussed shared challenges such as corporate pollution and human rights violations.
The gathering stressed the importance of international cooperation to address issues like the treatment of migrants, the Palestinian cause, and environmental concerns. Delegates pointed out that the rising fascist threat is a collective issue, not confined to individual nations. The congress concluded with a sense of optimism about fostering connections among progressives across North America and Latin America, setting the stage for future collaboration at the next congress in Uruguay.
