Monday, February 2, 2015

NEW CUBAN POLICY HAS POTENTIAL TO BREAK DOWN BARRIERS

Sorry, no photo with this article. You will be hearing a lot about Cuba from me. Aside from the fact that Florida’s economy could potentially see a boom from the new relations, I think it is a great story about freedom and democracy. How you might ask, given that there is still an embargo in place and they are still a communist country? This is true but this article provides a perfect parallel in history, when the U.S. normalized their relations with China in 1978. As told from the Chinese side, it was as if a whole new wonderful world was opened to them. They had been taught that the U.S. was the enemy, to hate Americans and that their capitalism was to blame for the world’s ills. Once that illusion was shattered, China has become an important trading partner, and opened up to foreign investment. I see the exact same path for Cuba now. They are so close to us geographically, and need so many things we can provide. These new relations will bring change to Cuba, hopefully sooner than later. Once they get a taste of the freedom and the fruits that capitalism can provide, I don’t think there will be any way to hold them back. It is in the U.S.’s best interest to establish close relations with Cuba if for no other reason than strategically. Their relations with Russia and other rogue nations are a bit too close for my tastes. We can change all that and I don’t think it will be that difficult. What do you think? As always thanks for reading and have a great day.

Cuba policy brings back strong memories

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