“Just go to Miami, or San Antonio, Los Angeles, Chicago or West New York, New Jersey ... and close your eyes and listen.”
Not to be picky, but.....
The music heard in Miami, Chicago or New York/New Jersey is not connected in any way with crappy Mexican or Tex-Mex music. It’s a totally different culture. The music in those cities has its roots/rhythms in Cuba but originated in New York. It is a combination of Cuban rhythms, New York Jazz/syncopation and just a touch of good ol’ Rock & Roll. It’s name is Salsa. Most Salsa artists are Cuban-American or Puerto Rican. Some even record Salsa with English lyrics since they all speak English as well as you or I. They are bi-lingual which is better than I can say for most Americans.
A very famous New York Jazz musician, when asked, “What is Salsa?” answered, “Salsa is Cuban music with a freakin’ New York attitude.” That’s the best definition I have ever heard. :-)
I have no problem with either Cuban-Americans or Puerto Ricans. They are, for the most part, self-supporting and here legally. I have problems only with illegal aliens regarless of their country of origin.
I guess you missed the point.