Leonardo denies links to work similar to slavery: “I would never do it”

Sertanejo explains that the property in Goiás was rented and says he was not aware of the workers named in the complaint

Singer Leonardo took a stand this Monday (7/10) regarding the inclusion of one of his farms in the “dirty list” of the Ministry of Labor and Employment, which brings together properties involved in accusations of work similar to slavery . In a video on Instagram, the compatriot stated that Fazenda Talismã, located in Goiás, has been rented since 2022 and that, therefore, it has no direct relationship with workers who find themselves in a situation of contemporary slavery. “In 2022, I rented a farm so that the tenant could plant whatever he wanted. As a result, employees appeared that I don’t know, that I’ve never heard of,” he said.

Leonardo denies workers’ responsibility

Leonardo explained that responsibility for the workers’ conditions lies with the farm’s tenant, who has taken over the management of the site. According to the singer, he does not know the people involved and stressed that he is completely against exploitative practices. “I, in my heart, would never do that. I think there is a huge mistake about who I am, all of Brazil knows me, knows the person I am,” he said.

Fans’ actions and reactions

After the visit to the farm by the Public Ministry of Labor, Leonardo confirmed the payment of a fine related to the case. According to the compatriot, the case has been closed. In his statement he regretted that his image was linked to a situation that he considers unjust and underlined his repudiation of any form of work analogous to slavery: “They are not included in that list that they did slave labor, I am totally against this kind of thing.”

In the comments on his publication, Leonardo received support from fans and followers, who strengthened their trust in his integrity.

Source: Terra

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