The success story of Gloria & Emilio Estefan can be considered the ultimate immigrant story. At a time when immigration is such a debated issue all over the world, their story can be inspiring to many! Enjoy the interview and learn some useful expressions along the way.
Level: B2 and above
EXPRESSIONS TO KNOW
immigrants are being demonized = immigrants are blamed for everything that’s wrong with the country
it is very timely (adj) = it is happening at the right time
at every election cycle we see it = it happens every time there is an election
take something for granted = to think that everyone has the freedoms, the wealth you have
we are not affiliated = we are not members of any political party
at the peak of our fame = when we were the most famous
create a loving tribute to (here: Cuba) = to create something such as a song or poem that shows how great something is (here: Cuba)
prove someone wrong = to show that someone was wrong about you
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