Margareth Menezes, current Minister of Culture, spoke after the controversy involving Claudia Leitte; Daniela Mercurio also expressed her opinion on the topic
The Minister of Culture, Margareth Menezesand the singer Daniela Mercurio has made impactful statements in defense of religions of African origin following the controversy surrounding them Claudia Leitte. The speeches of the minister and the singer took place during the Pôr do Som event, created by Danielawhich celebrated 25 years last Wednesday (1st), in Salvador.
Margherita pizza drew attention to the history of persecution suffered by the Afro-Brazilian people, underlining the importance of rethinking the attitude towards religions of African origin. “It is important to look at the history of this Afro-Brazilian people, this culture, so many persecutions, since the times of slavery. It is time for us to think better and behave better in relation to the rights of Afro-Brazilian people. It is very worthy of respect religions of African origin”he underlined.
Daniela Mercury reflects on prejudices
Daniela Mercurioin turn, he linked prejudices against Afro-Brazilian religions to racism. “Axé is the strength that emanates from everything that is alive. Let us learn to love ourselves, because if Candomblé suffers from prejudice it is because blacks have always suffered prejudice, this is a consequence of racism”he stated. The singer also expressed gratitude to religions of African origin for their cultural and personal influence. “I wouldn’t be who I am without the Candomblé terreiros, without the people who maintain their culture through their religion. So I shake my head”he concluded.
Claudia Leitte speaks out after the controversy
While no names were directly mentioned, many fans interpreted the lines as a hint Claudia Leittewho days earlier, on December 29, had addressed the issue amid controversy. “This is a very serious issue. From my position of privilege, racism is an issue that must be discussed with due seriousness and not superficially. I highly value respect, solidarity and integrity. We absolutely cannot negotiate these values, nor throw them into the Internet court.said the singer.
Source: Terra
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