Marc Anthony is voicing his support for Kamala Harris in a new ad. On Friday, the Harris campaign unveiled a new TV slot featuring the Puerto Rican star, where he slams Donald Trump’s approach to Latino issues during his administration.
“Even though some have forgotten, I remember what it was like when Donald Trump was president. I remember what he did and said about Puerto Rico, about our people,” Marc Anthony says in the video, titled “Recuerdo.” “I remember after Hurricane Maria devastated our island, Trump blocked billions in relief while thousands died.”
“I remember when our families lacked clean water and electricity, Trump threw paper towels and called Puerto Rico dirty and poor,” he adds. “I was not surprised. Because I also remember he launched his campaign by calling Latinos criminals and rapists.“
The new ad supporting Vice President harris is part of the campaign’s $370 million investment in TV and digital ads ahead of Election Day. The Marc Anthony clip, specifically, is set to air nationally on Telemundo during the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards, and across Pennsylvania on Telemundo and Univision leading up to the election.
“He told us what he’ll do. He’ll separate children from their families, and threaten to use the Army to do it,” Marc Anthony says in the clip. “This election goes way beyond political parties. Let’s remember what the United States represents and stands for: United. Regardless of where we’re from.”
“I am Marc Anthony and I remember,” he ends the ad. “That’s why I support Kamala Harris for President.”
The new endorsement comes just several days after a group of 25 Latin music stars — including Los Tigres Del Norte, Maná, Alejandro Fernández, and Chiquis — released a video titled “Ya Estuvo” condemning Trump’s attacks on Latino immigrants.
“There are real and substantive issues that can and should be debated. The dignity of Latino immigrants is not open for debate,” reads the statement. “Together we say to those spreading hate that we choose something better. Together we say enough is enough.”
Marc Anthony’s endorsement also comes about a month after reggaeton stars Anuel AA and Nicky Jam made headlines for endorsing Trump during his rallies.
The salsa superstar has been a key supporter of democratic candidates over the years. In 2015, he welcomed Hillary Clinton on stage during one of his concerts, and in 2012, he supported Barack Obama’s presidential run.
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