A young Cuban boy living in the United States has once again captured social media attention by sending a message to leader Miguel Díaz-Canel, triggered by an experience that reminded him of the power outages in Cuba. This scene was shared by a content creator on TikTok known as @la_perla_de_cuba, who is also the boy's mother. She explained that her son arrived in the U.S. traumatized by the frequent electrical outages he endured on the island.
Recently, they went shopping at a mall when an unexpected incident caused several stores to be plunged into darkness for a short time. This immediately brought back memories for the boy of the blackouts in Cuba, prompting him to direct a remark at Díaz-Canel.
On another occasion, while purchasing a mobile phone for the child, they once again reflected on their time in Cuba, a period marked by shortages and constant power cuts. The boy's life has been transformed since relocating to the U.S., and he made it clear to Díaz-Canel.
Looking confidently into the camera, the boy stated, “Hey Díaz-Canel, look, I bought a phone and here in the United States, the power doesn’t go out.”
This young boy previously became a viral sensation during a visit to a wax museum in the U.S., where he addressed a statue of President Donald Trump with strong words, criticizing the deportation of Cubans back to the island. “Asere, don’t deport people back to Cuba. Díaz-Canel has people suffering from severe hunger and you're sending them back. They went through a lot to get here and you deport them. Stop deporting Cubans,” he declared.
During that clip, his mother can be heard encouraging him to share his migration experience. “How did you get here, papi? Tell them,” she asks. “I came through the river, asere,” the boy responds without hesitation.
Both videos have sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many users applauding the boy's clear rejection of the Cuban system and his empathy for the migrant community.
The economic crisis, power outages, and repression are critical factors driving the exodus of thousands of Cubans who, like this boy, seek a better life outside the island.
Understanding the Cuban Power Outage Crisis
What are the main reasons behind Cuba's frequent power outages?
Cuba's frequent power outages are primarily due to an aging electrical grid, lack of resources for maintenance, and economic challenges that hinder infrastructure improvements.
How has the Cuban government responded to the power outage issue?
The Cuban government has made some efforts to address power outages by attempting to upgrade infrastructure, but these efforts are often hampered by resource shortages and economic constraints.
Why do many Cubans choose to leave the island?
Many Cubans leave the island in search of better economic opportunities, freedom from political repression, and to escape the hardships brought on by the ongoing economic crisis and power outages.