Cuban singer Yotuel Romero sent a heartfelt message to María Corina Machado, the leading figure of the Venezuelan opposition, who was barred from running in the elections in her country by the Chávez regime, disqualifying her for 15 years.
In a video posted on his Facebook wall, the rapper expressed his faith in her and what she is set to achieve this Sunday. "You are the ray of light we needed in the middle of darkness, you are the new dawn that is blossoming, you are the rain that liberates the fields, bringing life," he said.
"God bless you, God bless Venezuela, because your victory is also my victory. I know that a free Venezuela will mean a free Cuba. Thank you, María Corina, from the bottom of my heart, for me and for my people," he added.
Alongside Yotuel, Los Pichy Boys also shared a message encouraging the Venezuelan people to head to the polls on a "historic" day where "freedom is near."
"We want everyone to know that all Cubans who love freedom are with you! This weekend will be historic, freedom is near, fight until the end. We are so proud of you! Hopefully, you will serve as an example for my people, and we will all rise against the tyrants," they expressed.
On Saturday, María Corina Machado expressed in a video her confidence in triumphing over Chavismo in Sunday's elections and her faith in an imminent transition to democracy in Cuba.
"Very soon, I know that Cuba will be like us, on the eve of Freedom. Stay strong!" she said on her social media.
Key Highlights of Yotuel's Message to María Corina Machado
Here are some important questions and answers regarding Yotuel Romero's message of support to María Corina Machado and its implications for both Venezuela and Cuba.
Who is María Corina Machado?
María Corina Machado is a prominent leader of the Venezuelan opposition who has been disqualified from running in the elections by the Chávez regime.
What did Yotuel Romero say in his message to María Corina Machado?
Yotuel Romero expressed his faith in María Corina Machado, calling her a "ray of light" in the darkness and a symbol of hope for both Venezuela and Cuba.
Why was María Corina Machado disqualified from the elections?
María Corina Machado was disqualified from running in the elections by the Chávez regime, which barred her from holding any public office for 15 years.