Great video! I want to echo what you are saying about the warm welcome that US people receive in Nicaragua. I got the opportunity this year to go with a delegation of internationalists to the vigilias in Managua on the 18th and the main celebration in the Plaza on the 19th. What a tremendous welcome we received. In Batahola the night before, and coming into the Plaza on the 19th, the Juventud Sandinista were in columns on either side singing and applauding as we walked in. Really a beautiful expression of welcome in every way. It was electric.
Super interesting and informative! Thanks! I guess I was wrongly under the impression that foreigners weren't to take part in political rallies and events. Cool that the police let you ride with them. The vantage point and camera angle were great.
Well that is true. But you have to look at the rule carefully. There are two components. 1) You can't be "involved", but you can observe. So like in a cultural, educational (learning for yourself), or journalistic capacity it is totally allowed. So for example, if I'm filming for the channel, I could attend any political activity - as long as I'm observing or reporting on it, but not to like speak or "get involved." I can't exert any kind of opinion or interference. So as a foreigner, think of it like a "press pass." 2) It applies to politics. A march in memory of the fight for independence isn't political. That would be akin to saying foreigners in America can't attend picnics for memorial day or veterans day. Of course they can, they are more than welcome. And it isn't political. No matter what your politics, the "freedom" and human rights of the people is something to celebrate. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum a Nicaraguan is on, being sovereign versus being colonized by an outside power isn't about politics, it's about freedom. So a foreigner is totally allowed to be happy for and celebrate Nicaraguan culture, history, sovereignty or freedom. Events like this foreigners are asked to be respectful, of course, but that's always the case. But even Americans are very much invited to learn the history and celebrated Nicaraguan freedom. I'll be at the 4519 tonight. I get a lot of hugs from strangers when they find that I'm American and attending. It means a lot to a lot of people that there are foreigners who care enough to celebrate with them and look past the foreign propaganda. While there, you saw loads of red and black (flags, clothes, scarves, hats, banners, etc.) As a foreigner, I can't wear or wave those. That's political. I could ARGUE that it isn't, and maybe get off with a one time warning, but it's realistically political. Marcela, that I was with, said the FSLN new style hats were good and I should get one. But I said that I couldn't legally wear it and she had no idea that that was the law. That's what a lot of people don't realize - Americans are told that you "can't speak out against the government", but that is NOT the law. The law is that I can't get political, so I can't promote any party or ideology - current government or not. I can't promote the opposition (that's what the US like to frame it as) and they conveniently "suggest" that I CAN support the current regime. But that is false. I am not allowed to promote the current government either. It's equal. I'm an outsider, I can't take sides or voice an opinion. So even though the FSLN is strongly in power, I'm not supposed to go out choosing them or voicing an opinion about them. But Americans like to say that the Nicaraguan flag is not allowed. But you can see in the video that it is everywhere AND the law completely allows me to wear Nica colours, fly the flag, etc.
Email is best. It's how I coordinate everything. Email should be everywhere you look, it's in the show notes, in the channel info. scott@latinamericanliving.com
You placed the dictators in Nicaragua. You trained somoza’s military (Escuela de las Americas) to butcher our people. We had a revolution because the people had enough of gringo interference. Moreover, your Ronald Reagan was dealing with Dru** in Nicaragua. You also placed land mines all over our country side. A far as we see it, you are as guilty as your politicians. Don’t talk about politics if you don’t want people to remind you of your sins.
@@MrFrodo1111 It was a fun hike, not too steep, only about 4 km from the center of town. We didn't leave early, lol. A bunch of people got under the stage to hide from the rain 😂
@@ScottAlanMillerVlog Ramon left for it already, I have one more class, and I have to get some sleep after doing the after class reports, with another class at 5:00 am. I hate this schedule, but I make a little more money with it :)
Great video! I want to echo what you are saying about the warm welcome that US people receive in Nicaragua. I got the opportunity this year to go with a delegation of internationalists to the vigilias in Managua on the 18th and the main celebration in the Plaza on the 19th. What a tremendous welcome we received. In Batahola the night before, and coming into the Plaza on the 19th, the Juventud Sandinista were in columns on either side singing and applauding as we walked in. Really a beautiful expression of welcome in every way. It was electric.
Excellent. Really enjoyed your description of the historical background and relating it to the USA history. Well done. A really precious episode.
Watched the march on Nicaragua360. It shows how proud the people are of their accomplishments and they look like they are having a great time.
Love this !!! Great story telling Scott! True, accurate with your twist😎
Dude!!!!!! Wish I was there! That must have been AMAZING! You know what the story is🌴😎🌴
Super interesting and informative! Thanks!
I guess I was wrongly under the impression that foreigners weren't to take part in political rallies and events. Cool that the police let you ride with them. The vantage point and camera angle were great.
Well that is true. But you have to look at the rule carefully. There are two components.
1) You can't be "involved", but you can observe. So like in a cultural, educational (learning for yourself), or journalistic capacity it is totally allowed. So for example, if I'm filming for the channel, I could attend any political activity - as long as I'm observing or reporting on it, but not to like speak or "get involved." I can't exert any kind of opinion or interference. So as a foreigner, think of it like a "press pass."
2) It applies to politics. A march in memory of the fight for independence isn't political. That would be akin to saying foreigners in America can't attend picnics for memorial day or veterans day. Of course they can, they are more than welcome. And it isn't political. No matter what your politics, the "freedom" and human rights of the people is something to celebrate. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum a Nicaraguan is on, being sovereign versus being colonized by an outside power isn't about politics, it's about freedom. So a foreigner is totally allowed to be happy for and celebrate Nicaraguan culture, history, sovereignty or freedom.
Events like this foreigners are asked to be respectful, of course, but that's always the case. But even Americans are very much invited to learn the history and celebrated Nicaraguan freedom. I'll be at the 4519 tonight. I get a lot of hugs from strangers when they find that I'm American and attending. It means a lot to a lot of people that there are foreigners who care enough to celebrate with them and look past the foreign propaganda.
While there, you saw loads of red and black (flags, clothes, scarves, hats, banners, etc.) As a foreigner, I can't wear or wave those. That's political. I could ARGUE that it isn't, and maybe get off with a one time warning, but it's realistically political. Marcela, that I was with, said the FSLN new style hats were good and I should get one. But I said that I couldn't legally wear it and she had no idea that that was the law. That's what a lot of people don't realize - Americans are told that you "can't speak out against the government", but that is NOT the law. The law is that I can't get political, so I can't promote any party or ideology - current government or not. I can't promote the opposition (that's what the US like to frame it as) and they conveniently "suggest" that I CAN support the current regime. But that is false. I am not allowed to promote the current government either. It's equal. I'm an outsider, I can't take sides or voice an opinion. So even though the FSLN is strongly in power, I'm not supposed to go out choosing them or voicing an opinion about them. But Americans like to say that the Nicaraguan flag is not allowed. But you can see in the video that it is everywhere AND the law completely allows me to wear Nica colours, fly the flag, etc.
@@ScottAlanMillerVlog Cool. Thanks for the in depth reply! Should be of great interest to others here as well.
Hey Scott what’s a good way to get in touch with you. Will be moving down in a few weeks
Email is best. It's how I coordinate everything. Email should be everywhere you look, it's in the show notes, in the channel info. scott@latinamericanliving.com
💪 Viva la revolucion Viva Leon jodido
Is there a live show today or no?
sadly no live today. It is the vigilia
@ScottAlanMillerVlog thought that might be the case..watching the hike to the fort..very cool
You placed the dictators in Nicaragua. You trained somoza’s military (Escuela de las Americas) to butcher our people. We had a revolution because the people had enough of gringo interference. Moreover, your Ronald Reagan was dealing with Dru** in Nicaragua. You also placed land mines all over our country side.
A far as we see it, you are as guilty as your politicians.
Don’t talk about politics if you don’t want people to remind you of your sins.
@@MrFrodo1111 It was a fun hike, not too steep, only about 4 km from the center of town. We didn't leave early, lol. A bunch of people got under the stage to hide from the rain 😂
@@janetsweeney1574 sounds like fun..hit me up next time..would love to meet some folks here...finally got my place
There was so much really loud music, and each truck with a different song blasting out!
Yeah, even if I recorded it, it's no good to listen to.
Are you at the vigilia? We are getting ready to go head out there.
I GOT MY CEDULA TODAY!
CONGRATS!! How long did it take you?@@ScottAlanMillerVlog
@@ScottAlanMillerVlog Ramon left for it already, I have one more class, and I have to get some sleep after doing the after class reports, with another class at 5:00 am. I hate this schedule, but I make a little more money with it :)
We celebrate the Heroes of the Revolution in Canada as well.