A Cuban woman living in the United States has addressed backlash on social media for wearing a striking gold chain while her daughters remain in Cuba.
In a video shared on TikTok, she responded to a user who questioned her for having "a neck full of chains" while her daughters endure power outages on the island. "I don't know if your vision allows you to see that, but look: it's not several chains, it's just one. However, if this chain could solve the electricity problem, the Internet issue, or all the problems in Cuba, I would have bought a thousand like this one so that my daughters, and no one else, would face hardships," she stated.
She clarified that she has not one, but two daughters on the island, emphasizing that her jewelry does not alter the harsh reality in the country: "Neither my chain nor anything else is going to solve Cuba's situation. None of us here can do anything. We have to cope, endure, and take a deep breath to carry on," she added.
Her response has sparked a debate on social media, with some users supporting her for the honesty in her words, while others criticize her for flaunting luxury amidst the island's shortages.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cuban Social Media Reactions
Why is the Cuban woman criticized for wearing a gold chain?
She faces criticism because some believe flaunting luxury items is inappropriate while her daughters and others in Cuba face shortages and power outages.
What was her response to the criticism?
She argued that her gold chain cannot solve Cuba's problems and expressed that if she could fix them with her jewelry, she would have bought many more.
How did social media users react to her video?
The reactions were mixed; some supported her for her candor, while others criticized her for displaying luxury during Cuba's ongoing struggles.