Fray Antón de Montesinos
Fray Antón de Montesinos was a Dominican friar and missionary known for his passionate defense of the rights of Indigenous people in the Americas during the early 16th century. His famous sermon in 1511, delivered in Hispaniola, is considered one of the first outspoken critiques against the mistreatment and enslavement of Indigenous peoples by Spanish colonizers. Montesinos's advocacy for human dignity and justice has left a lasting legacy, influencing discussions on human rights and legal reforms in the region.
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Abinader evoked the brave voice of Fray Antón de Montesinos, who first defended human dignity in the New World.
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