The Cuban comedian Mario Sardiñas, known for his iconic character Chequera, once again elicited laughter on social media with one of his most current and sharp satirical pieces: the rise of the dollar and the euro against the devalued Cuban peso.
In a recently published video, Chequera expressed that he is "seriously concerned" about the "health condition" of three old acquaintances: Ulises Sánchez Domínguez (USD), María Luisa Carrasco (MLC), and Eulogio Urbano Rodríguez (the euro). In his down-to-earth style and unmistakable voice, the comedian remarked:
“Showbiz, I am concerned about the health of our little friend Ulises Sánchez Domínguez, aka USD. In two days, he has gained eight pounds. He's now weighing 468. Come on, Uli, you can't do the same thing as María Luisa Carrasco, MLC! That girl has been on a strict diet, she's now weighing 200 pounds. Take care, Uli, take care, we care about you.”
But that wasn't all. The comedian also took a jab at the euro: “Don’t even get me started on Eulogio Urbano Rodríguez, the little euro buddy. He's definitely gone off the rails and is really going hard on the carbohydrates, his triglycerides are through the roof. He's already weighing 525 pounds. He doesn't take care of himself, he doesn’t take care of himself.”
And to top it off, he didn't forget about the Cuban peso, represented by his friend Manuel Navarro (MN): "The one who is really on edge is my dear friend Manuel Navarro. Can you imagine him working for all those people? He has no life, he's worn out, he's worn out."
With his touch of Creole humor, Chequera once again highlighted the critical economic situation in the country, where money seems to grow fatter faster than the pockets of the average Cuban.
According to the current informal exchange rate published by elTOQUE, on October 17, the US dollar is valued at 468 CUP, the euro at 525 CUP, and the MLC at 200 CUP. In other words, the "characters" of Chequera are becoming increasingly "heavy," while the Cuban peso remains on a forced diet and lacking vitamins.
With his humor, Mario Sardiñas once again shows that, amid the crisis, laughing remains one of the few things that has not lost its value in Cuba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chequera's Satire and the Economic Situation in Cuba
What criticism does Chequera make about the Cuban economy in his new satire?
Chequera uses humor to criticize the devaluation of the Cuban peso against the dollar and the euro, portraying it as a weight gain for the characters Ulises Sánchez Domínguez (USD) and Eulogio Urbano Rodríguez (the euro), while the Cuban peso, personified by Manuel Navarro (MN), is "melted down." This satire reflects the difficult economic situation in Cuba, where inflation and currency devaluation severely impact the purchasing power of citizens.
What is the current situation of currency exchange in Cuba according to Chequera's satire?
According to the satire of Chequera, the dollar is priced at 468 CUP, the euro at 525 CUP, and the MLC at 200 CUP, reflecting the crisis of devaluation of the Cuban peso. This situation highlights the increasing difficulty that Cubans face in acquiring foreign currency and the growing economic inequality in the country.
How does Chequera reflect the reality of retirees in Cuba?
In his publications, Chequera portrays the desperate reality of Cuban retirees, who face long lines to collect an insufficient pension that barely covers basic needs. This situation is exacerbated by inflation and the collapse of the banking system, leaving pensioners in a constant struggle for survival.
What does the weight gain of the characters symbolize in Chequera's satire?
The weight gain of the characters Ulises Sánchez Domínguez (USD) and Eulogio Urbano Rodríguez (the euro) symbolizes the rise of the dollar and the euro against the Cuban peso, which appears weakened and "melted." This satirical device highlights the country's challenging economic situation and the loss of value of the Cuban peso.
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