Given the resignation of Fidel Castro today, the Cuban American National Foundation now calls upon Cuba’s one-party Popular Assembly to help put an end to the Castro brothers’ dynasty this Sunday, February 24.
“There presently exists a 5 day window of opportunity for those in the current regime to truly begin to contribute to putting an end to the Castro dynasty,” stated Jorge Mas Santos, CANF Chairman. “A vote in the Popular Assembly of Cuba for someone other than Raul Castro this Sunday could initiate a process that would culminate in the elimination, once and for all, of the totalitarian control that the Castro brothers have exercised over the Cuban people for nearly half a century. Although the struggle for freedom will continue regardless of how the Assembly votes, such an unendorsed move would send a very clear signal to the international community that there is impetus inside the Cuban government for real change.”
“The Cuban American National Foundation calls upon the individual members of the Popular Assembly to act decisively and responsibly, to seize this historic opportunity and make an initial gesture of their genuine desire to promote the best interests of the Cuban people.”
“This potential opening can also act as a tremendous catalyst for change. By joining in backing this initiative, the people of Cuba, the opposition movement, dissidents, and all of those who yearn for a future of freedom and democracy in Cuba can help determine their own destiny.”
One-party elections, where no opposition was permitted, were held in Cuba on January 20 to select members to this Sunday’s assembly, in a carefully orchestrated attempt by the regime to assure a smooth transition from Fidel to Raul Castro.
“This is a one-time opportunity for the Popular Assembly to act as more than a rubber-stamp mechanism for the unilateral will of a Communist dictator,” stated Francisco ‘Pepe’ Hernández, CANF President.
Added Mas Santos: “We call upon the people and governments of the free world, the people of Cuba, and Cubans in exile to support this initiative, make their desires known publicly, and create a united front that will lead to a favorable outcome for the Cuban nation.”
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I'm curious. In the past Castro's government has responded to dissention with extreme punishment and brutality aimed at the dissenters.
What kind of reprisal do these voting members face if they do as you suggest?
People in Cuba must realize that change is possible. They must gain confidence and courage and change what they wish.
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