Shakira Apply concert and grow social tension in Los Angeles by migratory raids.
By Brenda Aguilar | Reporter
The show that Shakira planned in him Sofi Stadium He was rescheduled for August 4. The original date, scheduled for June 20, was suspended for causes outside the artist.
The company Ticketmaster He informed the attendees about the modification, through a digital statement. Acquired tickets will remain valid for the new date without additional procedures.
On the official platform of Ticketmasterthe concert is already updated within the tour Women no longer cry World Tour. The enclosure remains unchanged, as well as the layout of the seats.
Tension for migratory raids
The announcement occurred while protests against ICE operations and the National Guard continued. The mobilizations intensified in neighborhoods such as Compton, Paramount and the Fashion District.
At least 44 people were arrested during migratory operations carried out this week. Civil and neighbors denounced excesses and asked to suspend immediate arrests.
The protests climbed as the hours passed. Highways were blocked, clashes occurred and there were multiple arrests. Local and federal police used tear gas to disperse protesters.
The protests reached other cities such as Phoenix, Chicago and Houstonwith strong migrant presence. Human Rights Defensor Groups demanded guarantees for detained families.
Public reaction and artistic environment
The reprogramming of the concert was interpreted as an act of sensitivity to the social context. Although Shakira He did not issue comments, the measure was well received by followers and activists.
The Colombian has supported social causes at different times of her career, according to her public records. On this occasion, his response operated from direct action without the need for pronouncement.
His logistics team did not issue additional comments to the statement of Ticketmaster. The ticket, however, did not suffer cancellations or mass returns after the date change.
The August 4 event retains its place on the stadium show agenda Sofi. The promoter company indicated that technical conditions or income guidelines will not be modified.
Background and local context
Recent raids were qualified as excessive by legal defense groups. Residents of Latin neighborhoods were organized to prevent more arrests and promote legal assistance.
The protests began on June 3, after the mass arrest of migrants without a court order. Neighbors recorded the interventions and spread them on social networks.
The images showed operational in housing areas, with armed presence and official vehicles. The community demanded responses to municipal and state authorities.
The Mayor’s Office Los Angeles He has not issued official position on migratory procedures. Some councilors requested to suspend all collaboration with federal agencies.
Campaigns against raids
Organizations like Chirla and Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights They headed the legal defense. They also coordinated temporary shelters for families affected by arrests.
In addition, lines of legal care in Spanish and community centers for advice were enabled. Several volunteers offered transport and refuge to people who avoided being detained.
The authorities of California They recognized tension between local and federal governments. The governor asked to review the legality of the raids and guarantee procedural rights.
Meanwhile, mobilizations continued in different cities with public events and vigils. Social networks amplified the rejection of operations in migrant communities.
Payout with implicit message
The change of date of the concert of Shakira He reflected a gesture of empathy in the midst of the conflict. Although there was no direct pronouncement, the impact of its decision generated positive reactions.
Activists mentioned that mass shows distract social problems if they do not fit the context. The action of Shakira It was recognized for its ability to adapt to the local environment.
Ticketmaster closed his announcement thanking the understanding of the attendees. He also guaranteed that there will be no changes in the agreed conditions for the musical event.
With this modification, Shakira He avoided coinciding with the most critical moment of migratory protests. Reprogramming will allow the concert to be carried out without social or logistics tensions.
The artist will return to the Angelino stage normally on August 4, according to the updated calendar. Thousands of people are expected to attend the event, after weeks of uncertainty. –SN–
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