Reasons For Mexillence:

2. Sought to improve society through avenues beyond his profession (as a Catholic priest).
3. Sacrificed his life in order to preserve equality in society.
During the 201st birthday of Mexico, President Felipe Calderon waved the Mexican flag and gave the traditional "grito." During his shout, Calderon reminded citizens of several of the leaders from the revolution.
Even though the event itself does not directly influence society, the celebration reminded several individuals of the original date. On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo led mestizos and indigenous people to declare independence from the oppressive Spanish government. You may ask, how is this anything special? How does this contribute to society?

As a Catholic priest, Hidalgo witnessed the abuse from the Spanish government in their American territory. Eventually, he led a group of people to overthrow Spanish rule and establish a new government. Hidalgo and his group of revolutionaries removed the Spanish aristocracy and established what became the Los Estados Unidos Mexicanos (United Mexican States) or simply, Mexico. Although Mexico still suffers from injustice, Hidalgo began a revolution that at least liberated the Mexican people from an oppressive regime.
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