While protests against migratory raids grow in Los AngelesUnited States, the concert Shakira would give in that city was reprogrammed. The presentation, originally dated June 20 at the Sofi Stadium, will now be held on August 4.
Ticketmaster confirmed the change through a statement sent to those who bought tickets. He informed that tickets will remain valid for the new date and explained that the decision seeks to provide sufficient time for attendees to reorganize their plans.
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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.”
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Although the Colombian singer has not issued official statements in this regardin the X (former Twitter) account of Women no longer cry World Tour The update was shared with the new date.
In addition to Shakira, Emiliano Aguilar, eldest son of Pepe Aguilar, also announced the cancellation of a presentation he had scheduled this week, as a sign of support for the crisis that migrants live and as a protection measure for his audience.
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What is happening in Los Angeles?
This June 13 is celebrating a week since the demonstrations derived from the raids of the Customs Immigration and Control Service broke out (ICE). The National Guard has been deployed and the mobilizations in rejection of the current government measures are expected this weekend.
Although many of these expressions have been peaceful, with posters and slogans, also Confrontations with the police and some arrests have been recorded for alleged criminal acts.
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.
Shakira is pronounced on migrants
The interpreter of Wolf Know in its own flesh what it implies being a Latin migrant in the United States. In a recent interview with the BBCShakira recalled 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 really have Google or Chatgpt for (help me). So everything was very precarious. Then I got into poetry and started reading a little Leonard Cohen, Walt Whitman and Bob Dylan, trying to understand how English works in song composition. I think that’s how I became good at that. “
When reflecting on the current situation of migrants, the Colombian 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 Shakira addresses this issue. During this year’s Grammy Awards, upon receiving the award for Best Latin Pop Album, he dedicated his recognition to immigrants in North America.
