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For the past 32 years of our career our position against the Castro regime has been crystal clear. We have mainatained this position with Presidents, Royality in several countries, Pope Joh Paul and anyone who has broached the subject of Cuba with us. Even when it would have been easier to stay silent, we have expressed our disagreement with the Cuban dictatorship and have spoken worldwide of the pain of the Cuban people. We have never nor would we ever collaborate with anyone who supports the Cuban dictatorship or Che Guevara. This should be apparently clear due to our trajectory.

Gloria Estefan#43

PoliticsCubaActivismIntegrityPrinciples

About this quote

What does it mean?
The artist states her long-standing opposition to the Cuban dictatorship and refusal to collaborate with its supporters.
In plain terms
She has consistently spoken out against Cuban rule and will not work with its allies.
What can you take from it?
Stay consistent with your political principles even when silence is easier.

Where it applies

  • political activism
  • public statements
  • career decisions

Putting it to work

  • speak against injustice
  • maintain political stance

Questions to consider

  • Where do you draw your lines?
  • How do you handle political pressure?

Another view

Political stances can alienate parts of an audience or industry.

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