In response to recent immigration raids and heightened military presence, the Latino community in Los Angeles gathers to celebrate their culture through music and dance. Led by Maricela Martínez and supported by mariachi musicians and folklórico dancers, this vibrant protest embodies a powerful declaration of identity and resistance. Martínez emphasizes the community's resilience through cultural expression, insisting that their music represents strength and solidarity. The event highlights the deep-rooted heritage of the mariachi tradition in the context of ongoing struggles, particularly in neighborhoods like Boyle Heights, pivotal to their collective history.
"We are going to fight back this injustice with the music, joy, culture and traditions that represent us," said Martínez, who left Mexico for the United States 20 years ago and is now a U.S. citizen.
As a force of resistance, they show strength in boots and braids, strings and brass. Mariachis are more than just performers here.
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