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Senator Nino Morales honors Oaxacan embroiderers and weavers
Senator Antonino Morales Toledo has recognized the cultural and economic contributions of Oaxacan women during the State Day of the Embroiderer and Weaver. He emphasized that their textile work, including huipils and backstrap loom creations, represents ancestral knowledge and the cultural identity of Oaxaca's eight regions.
Morales pledged to use his position in the Senate to promote initiatives that protect artisanal creations from plagiarism, ensure fair trade, and strengthen direct support for female artisans. He noted that these women serve as a vital engine for community economies and the sustenance of thousands of families.