Flor de Cuba took to social media to harshly criticize those who feel superior for having a university education in Cuba, believing it gives them the right to demean her for not completing high school. On her Instagram profile, she posted a video aimed at those who insult people who chose not to pursue higher education to avoid being "free labor slaves" in Cuba, sparking a mixed response among her followers.
“I don't understand these people who think they can humiliate me because I didn't finish high school. Let me explain something to you quickly. This only applies to Cuba. You, Cuban university graduate, let me tell you why you hold that title. You are a university graduate because the government convinced your parents and grandparents to produce cheap labor to be paid $10 a month, making them believe that was what it meant to be someone in life,” Flor expressed in her video.
The influencer further stated: “You're a university graduate, yet you've never been able to afford to travel around Cuba and stay in hotels, and when you have, it's because someone from abroad, who probably cleans floors, invited you. You're a graduate only to end up working in a small business owned by that classmate who used to sleep in class,” she said without holding back.
Flor continued her criticism by stating, “Your degree won't be of any use once you leave Cuba because the education system there is outdated; the studies in Cuba are worthless.” She argued that these individuals should feel shame for spending four or five years studying only to end up selling pizzas or watching their uneducated neighbor earn more money than they do.
While several followers agreed with Flor's perspective, others argued that education is never wasted and that many well-prepared individuals have emerged from Cuban universities. Comments ranged from, “Don't romanticize ignorance... knowledge is invaluable,” to “You're right in many aspects, but not everyone can excel academically, some have no choice but for an easier life, like your case.” Others stated, “Studying is never bad. You can have a degree and still own a small business, travel all over Cuba, and even see part of the world,” and “I am a university graduate, and I fully agree with you. Long live small businesses.”
Flor clarified that her video was not aimed at university graduates who are decent people but rather at those who boast publicly and humiliate those like her without higher education.
Flor de Cuba's Viral Critique on Cuban Education
What sparked Flor de Cuba's criticism on social media?
Flor de Cuba criticized individuals who believe they are superior for having a university education in Cuba, using their status to belittle those who, like her, did not complete high school.
How did Flor de Cuba describe Cuban university graduates?
Flor described Cuban university graduates as products of a system designed to create cheap labor, often unable to afford the lifestyle they aspire to, despite their education.
What was the reaction to Flor de Cuba's video?
The video received mixed reactions, with some agreeing with Flor's points and others defending the value of education regardless of the circumstances.