"We will further consolidate our position as a party based on values rather than ethnic affiliation," he said.
There were reports of societal abuses based on religious affiliation, belief, or practice.
Data from a 2002 census on religious affiliation indicates that approximately 57 percent of the population is Christian.
Others suggested that at least this fifth seat should be decided on grounds of individual merit rather than national affiliation.
There are no reliable government statistics on religious affiliation in Honduras.
The censuses in 1880, 1887 and 1892 did not have a question on ethnic affiliation.
The Census Bureau does not ask questions on religious affiliation.
The most recent reliable statistics on religious affiliation came from the 1999 census.
The question on international affiliation was postponed to be decided later.
Since when is persecution based on religious or ethnic affiliation "courageous"?