While mobilizations by migratory raids grow in Los Angelesthe concert that Shakira It would offer in that city was rescheduled.
According to various means, Ticketmaster He sent a statement in which it was reported that the show, originally scheduled for June 20 in the Sofi Stadiumwill now take place on August 4, providing sufficient time for fans to reorganize their plans.
The Bagetaje company notified buyers through an email: “We have worked with the organizers of the event to reprogram it and make sure you have the opportunity to attend. Your tickets are still valid for the new date.”
Although the Colombian singer has not issued official statements in this regard, in the X women’s account no longer cry the Tour the update with the new date was shared.
Photo: X.
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In addition to Shakira, Emiliano Aguilar, eldest son of Pepe Aguilaralso announced the cancellation of a presentation that had planned this week, as a sample of support in the face of the crisis that the migrants and as a protection measure for your audience.
This June 13 is celebrating a week since the demonstrations derived from the raids of the customs immigration and control service broke out (ICEfor its acronym in English). The National guard It has been deployed, and it is expected that this weekend the mobilizations in rejection of the current government measures will continue.
Although many of these expressions have been peaceful, with posters and slogans, there have also been confrontations with the police and some arrests for alleged criminal acts.
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Local authorities have implemented touches, mainly in Los Angeles and Spokane. Cities such as Philadelphia, New York, Chicago and various localities in Texas have also raised against the immigration control policies of the Republican government, which has promoted a wave of mass deportations.
The “Loba” interpreter knows in her own flesh what it implies being a Latin migrant in the United States. In a recent interview with the BBC, Shakira remembered his arrival in the country with other Colombians who also sought a better future:
“And I remember that I was surrounded by Spanish-English dictionaries and synonym dictionaries, because at that time I didn’t have Google or Chatgpt for (helping me). So everything was very precarious. Then I got into poetry and started reading a bit of Leonard Cohen, Walt Whitman and Bob Dylan, trying to understand how English works in the composition of songs. that.”
Shakira during women no longer cry World Tour. Photo: Official Instagram.
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When reflecting on the current situation of migrants, “Shak” said:
“Being immigrant means living with constant fear and it is painful to see it. I just hope they can be treated under the principles of equity and freedom. Those are the principles that shape this country and in general many other powerful countries in the world.”
The artist also highlighted the importance of raising her voice and staying united. He said that, while a country can modify its immigration policies, they should always treat all people with humanity.
It is not the first time that this topic addresses. During the Grammy Awards this year, upon receiving the award for Best Latin pop albumhe dedicated his recognition to immigrants in North America.
*With agency information.
