Why not rewrite the Star Spangled Banner for the poor illegals, after all we already have to write everything else in Spanish nowadays anyway....We can call it the "Star Spanglished- Banner" from now on (sarcasm now off)Star-studded. Star-Spangled. In Spanish. Chicago Tribune: "A plan to enlist Mexican pop diva Gloria Trevi, reggaeton star Tito El Bambino and other Latin musicians to record a Spanish-language pop version of 'The Star Spangled Banner' is being touted by organizers as a way immigrants can show their devotion to their new country.
But like most every aspect of the immigration debate, the symbolism is in the ear of the beholder. The idea of the nation's anthem in a foreign tongue is beginning to elicit a chorus of dissonant voices.
In coming days, producers plan to send the single to Spanish-language radio stations in Chicago and nationwide. The proceeds from 'Nuestro Himno,' or 'Our Anthem,' will benefit groups organizing massive marches nationwide in support of legalizing illegal immigrants.
By embracing a song that symbolizes American values, immigrants hope to reinforce the message that their desire is to be part of this country, regardless of legal status. In that vein, some organizers have urged participants in a next Monday's march in the Loop to bring only American flags and leave Mexican banners at home." more
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