Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, recently showed his support for Vice President Kamala Harris by sharing a video of her on his Instagram account. This came after a comedian at a Donald Trump rally made offensive jokes about Latinos and Puerto Rico, causing outrage among artists and some Hispanic Republicans.
The video shared by Bad Bunny featured Harris talking about the importance of Puerto Rican voters and Puerto Rico in the upcoming election. This endorsement could potentially help boost support for Harris among Latino voters, a demographic that Trump has been actively trying to win over.
Following the comedian’s offensive remarks, both Harris’ campaign and prominent Hispanic Republicans like Angel Cintron and Republican U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar condemned the comments. Salazar emphasized the bravery of Puerto Ricans and called for respect towards them.
Other artists like Luis Fonsi and Ricky Martin also expressed their disapproval of the comedian’s remarks and voiced their support for Harris. Bad Bunny, known for his activism and social commentary in his music, has been vocal about issues affecting Puerto Rico, such as the inadequate response to Hurricane Maria in 2017.
The Puerto Rican vote is significant in key swing states like Pennsylvania, making endorsements from popular Puerto Rican artists like Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, and Marc Anthony valuable for political campaigns. Trump has also garnered support from other artists from the island, creating a diverse landscape of celebrity endorsements.
In addition to his music career, Bad Bunny has used his platform to advocate for improvements to Puerto Rico’s electric system and criticize the government’s response to natural disasters. His involvement in political and social issues reflects a growing trend of artists using their influence to address important societal issues.
As the 2024 election approaches, the support of influential figures like Bad Bunny could sway voters and impact the outcome of the race. With his massive following and reputation as a socially conscious artist, Bad Bunny’s endorsement of Kamala Harris carries weight and could influence the decisions of Latino voters in the upcoming election.
