In New York, Colombian singer Carlos Vives raised his voice on Wednesday to defend immigrants in the US and reclaim Hispanic pride. During a press conference prior to the start of his Tour al Sol tour, the Santa Marta artist praised the work capacity and love of those who arrive to build a future in the American country.
Contundent declarations about the humanity of immigrants
Carlos Vives rejected the speeches that criminalize the Latin community for the actions of a minority. “The majority deserve a chance, they want to build and love spectacularly”, he said, identifying with figures like a Mexican tomato picker in Florida. This positioning highlights Hispanic pride as a motor of progress.
Migration context and Hispanic contribution in the United States
Hispanics represent around 19% of the US population, with over 62 million contributing to the GDP in sectors such as agriculture and construction. Carlos Vives emphasized that the country has been “blessed” by neighbors like them, who have driven its economic growth in recent decades. In previous interviews with EFE, the singer insisted: “We are all Americans”, defending a Hispanic-American identity forged in cultural diversity.
Background of his cultural activism
Since his musical career, which celebrates Colombia and the Caribbean, Carlos Vives has always been a defender of Latin causes. “I have always been a defender”, he declared, praising the immigrant who makes America greater. His message arrives at a time of intense debates about migration, where Latinos send remittances of over $100 billion annually to their countries of origin.
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This act in New York marks the start of his tour, fusing music and social message. Carlos Vives not only promotes his art, but also strengthens Hispanic pride in the face of current challenges. His call for opportunity resonates in a diverse nation, reminding that immigrants have helped lift it up. In Hispanic pride lies the collective strength that unites continents.
