Deputy Miguel Ángel Pichetto sparked controversy with statements about the music of northern Argentina during an interview with journalists María O'Donnell and Ernesto Tenembaum. Pichetto stated that "the charanguito and the music of the north have nothing to do with Argentina." Surprised by the journalists, who attempted to refute his stance, the politician insisted on his opinion, stating that the music of the plain and folklore also do not belong to Argentine identity according to his perspective.
Pichetto's statements provoked a strong backlash on social media, where several users criticized his limited view on the cultural diversity of the country. During the interview, the former senator mentioned the influence of immigration on Argentine cultural evolution, citing the transformation of northern folk music as an eloquent example of this change.
In a context where folk music is a fundamental part of Argentine national identity, Pichetto's words have generated controversy and disagreement. Cultural diversity, manifested through artistic expressions such as the charango and music from the north, constitutes an enriching and representative element of the country's cultural wealth.
