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Los Pichy Boys reignited the debate among Cuban content creators by publicly questioning this Wednesday the newly arrived influencers in the United States about their silence regarding the forced exile of opposition leader José Daniel Ferrer.
In a message posted on their X account, the duo explained that they find it difficult to "get along" with some of these new faces of digital exile, because "not a single influencer, tiktoker, or podcaster" expressed any gratitude or acknowledgment following the arrival of the leader of the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU).
"Not a single one has published a message of gratitude. All of you still have half of your families under the dictatorship. You are the ones who should be fighting alongside Ferrer for freedom," wrote the comedians, who have lived in Miami for years and have openly criticized the Cuban regime.
The duo also criticized those who avoid speaking out on political issues out of fear of reprisals on the island.
“No, I don’t talk because I have people in Cuba... You idiot! You should talk more than everyone else!” they added in their post.
In August, Congressman Carlos Gimenez joined the Los Pichy Boys podcast to discuss various topics, including the new list he would submit to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of individuals linked to the Castro regime residing in the U.S.
The duo's position was also evident when in 2024 they issued a strong message against actress Ana de Armas after her relationship with Manuel Anido Cuesta, son of Lis Cuesta, the current partner of the Cuban ruler and dictator Miguel Díaz-Canel, was made public.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversy between Los Pichy Boys and Cuban Influencers
Why did Los Pichy Boys criticize the newly arrived Cuban influencers in the U.S.?
The Pichy Boys criticized influencers for their silence regarding the arrival of José Daniel Ferrer, leader of the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU), in the United States. They believe that these content creators, having family in Cuba, should be more vocal in their support for the fight for freedom and human rights on the island.
Who is José Daniel Ferrer and why is his arrival in the U.S. significant?
José Daniel Ferrer is a prominent Cuban opposition figure and leader of UNPACU, known for his activism in support of democracy and human rights in Cuba. His arrival in the U.S. is significant because it symbolizes the forced exile of critical figures against the Cuban regime, and his case has drawn the attention of the international community due to the human rights violations he has suffered.
What is Los Pichy Boys' stance on Cuban political issues?
The Pichy Boys take a critical stance against the Cuban socialist regime and have been vocal in their opposition to the policies of the Cuban government. They use their platform to advocate for freedom and human rights on the island, urging other Cubans in exile to join these causes.
What impact does the silence of Cuban influencers on political issues have?
The silence of Cuban influencers on political issues can be seen as a lack of solidarity with the efforts for freedom in Cuba. The Pichy Boys argue that, since they have family on the island, these content creators should be more active in supporting the democratic cause, rather than avoiding speaking out for fear of retaliation.
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