"People will say, 'It's better you don't,' because if you say the thing, maybe the next day you'll get a call: 'Hey, we are taking your visa away.' You become bait, because some people want to show their power."
"I have a huge stage, and that's why I want to wait, and if someone was ever to do something to me, I want to stand firmly on my stage for my community."
"What impact does it really have to say 'ICE Out' versus something else that can have a real impact on my community?"
"If I'm being honest with you, it's something that crosses the line of what I have to do to protect myself. But at the end of the day, what is my role if I'm in this position?"
Karol G expresses a desire to be more vocal about political issues, despite warnings from her team about potential repercussions. She acknowledges the risks involved, particularly regarding her safety and visa status. As the first Latina to headline Coachella, she recognizes the importance of her platform and wants to ensure her statements have a meaningful impact on her community. Although she has refrained from making simple statements like 'ICE Out,' she is willing to take risks for a greater cause.
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