Source: Fox News
Summary
Bobby Pulido, a Latin Grammy-winning artist running for Congress in Texas, defended a music video depicting sexual violence and murder in a 2016 interview. The video, by Gerardo Ortiz, shows a man killing his cheating girlfriend and then abusing her. Pulido said artistic decisions should be left to the artist. His comments resurfaced as he campaigns in a competitive district. Pulido has faced other controversies, including posting explicit content and bringing a registered sex offender to a school event. His campaign claims the video discussion is a distraction from other issues.
Our Reading
As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Pulido defends a music video with graphic violence.
He says it’s artistic choice, not his responsibility.
His campaign calls it a distraction from other issues.
He once said he respects artists’ right to make their own music.
Author: Evan Null
Resurfaced Controversies
Bobby Pulido, a Latin Grammy-winning artist, has faced renewed scrutiny over a 2016 interview where he defended a music video depicting sexual violence and murder. The video, by Gerardo Ortiz, shows a man killing his girlfriend and then abusing her. Pulido said it was a matter of artistic direction, not his concern. His comments resurfaced as he campaigns for a seat in Texas’ 15th Congressional District.
Previous Criticisms
Pulido has drawn attention for a history of posting links to explicit websites and a social media post that appeared to show him urinating on President Donald Trump’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star. He called it a joke and said it was impossible to have Twitter without watching porn. He also faced criticism for bringing a registered sex offender to a school event in 2018.
Campaign Strategy
Pulido’s campaign has framed the resurfaced comments as a distraction from other issues, including allegations against his opponent, Rep. Monica De La Cruz. They claimed the video discussion was a way for Republicans to divert attention from real problems. Pulido’s campaign said the video was a decade-old interview and that he respects artists’ right to make their own music.
Republican Response
Republican officials have criticized Pulido for defending what they call predators and perverts. Zach Kraft, a spokesperson for the RNC, called Pulido a “morally rotten” individual who has spent his adult life defending such people. He accused Pulido of lashing out at law enforcement and being unfit for office.
Upcoming Election
Pulido and De La Cruz, who both won their respective primaries, will face off in the general election on Nov. 3. The race is one of the most competitive in the country. Pulido’s campaign continues to defend his past statements and actions, while his opponents highlight his controversial history.
