Today, September 11th, Chile will hold a commemorative ceremony. 50 years since the coup. The event will be held at the Palacio de la Moneda in Santiago, and guests will include human rights activists, politicians, diplomats, writers and artists.
An unexpected encounter
The national team arrived in the neighboring country this weekend, and some of them were able to meet in person. In fact, among these intersections there was another impressive one that caught the attention of social networks. tom morelloguitarist of Rage Against the Machine, carlot stone monumentpresident and founder of the Mayo Plaza Grandmothers Association.
Their encounter was recorded by Morello himself, who uploaded a photo of himself with Estela on his Instagram story.. Singer-songwriter Mon Laferte, Argentine writer Mariana Enriquez and former Uruguayan president Pepe Mujica were also invited to participate.
A life devoted to social and political purposes
Over the years, Morello has always shown deep respect and admiration for: Salvador Allende and Victor Hara, was murdered by the regime of dictator Augusto Pinochet. Additionally, this guitarist is known for his progressive political positions and championing various social and political causes. In his speeches and his RATM career, he was a passionate advocate for labor rights, civil rights, social justice, and equality.
Morello joined a strike last month by Hollywood workers demanding higher wages and better working conditions. “They’re making history here on the sidewalk in front of Paramount Studios, and I’m here to support them and express my solidarity,” he said, performing several protest songs.