One controversial statement by Donald Trump over the Mexican immigrants has had everybody talking about it. Companies and partners have even withdrawn and are boycotting the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageant owned by Trump. Amidst the whirlpool of reactions by many on the controversy, finally the reigning Miss Universe, Paulina Vega from Colombia speaks up on the matter.
Paulina Vega Dieppa speaks about the recent controversy which created a whirlwind inside the pageantry world. She came out and said that she will not resign from the title of Miss Universe because the Miss Universe Organization is doing good work, however she doesn’t support the remark made by Donald J Trump.
“I find Mr. Trump’s comments unjust and hurtful. As a Colombian and as Miss Universe, I want to show my support and validate the sentiments of the Latin community.
The Miss Universe Organisation works independently from its owners. For the past 64 years, they have created partnerships with great charity groups and have helped thousands of communities. Their legacy of uniting countries from around the world has been inspiring to many. If the Miss Universe Organisation shared any anti-Latin sentiments or any type of racial biases, I wouldn’t be in this position today.
I strongly believe that dividing and categorizing humankind only holds it back. Acknowledging and embracing the differences that exist across humanity is the first step in real and substantial development. We must strive together in order to improve the common good.”
Below is the screenshot of the post made by Paulina Vega on her official Instagram account. Take a look…
