The Minister of Culture and Tourism of Jujuy, Federico Posadas, has responded to the controversial statements of Deputy Miguel Ángel Pichetto, who claimed that "the charanguito and the music of the north have nothing to do with Argentina." Posadas described the legislator's words as "unfortunate" and criticized his lack of knowledge about the cultural identity of the country.
According to Posadas, it is surprising that a leader with such political experience and years of service as a national senator could be completely unaware of the culture of northern Argentina. The minister defended the cultural value of the charango, a characteristic instrument of the Andean region, considering it "one of the most important bulwarks of the country."
Posadas highlighted that northern Argentina has historically been a region of cultural integration, where indigenous traditions, Andean influence, and European heritage coexist. He emphasized the importance of festivities such as the Pachamama ceremony, which has been integrated into Argentine identity over the centuries.
The minister stressed that Argentina's greatness lies in its ability to integrate and add, not in denying its roots and diversity. He criticized Pichetto's Eurocentric view and his exclusionary discourse on the folk music of the north, arguing that Argentina is a nation with a melting pot of cultures and that this diversity is its true wealth.
In conclusion, Posadas emphasized that Argentina's identity is not limited to a single group or tradition, but has been built over time through the integration of diverse cultures. He highlighted the importance of recognizing and valuing all cultural expressions of the country to strengthen national identity and promote unity in diversity.
