tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3503239653195967295.post3055530656893163140..comments2008-07-19T12:18:07.952-04:00Tonyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17285764199578112393noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3503239653195967295.post-54545746729209848072008-07-19T12:18:00.000-04:002008-07-19T12:18:00.000-04:00Hi Clark,<BR/><BR/>Certainly agree that the Cuba issue was naturally more "top of mind" for the Cuban-American community in the past than today - it has been a long, long time since we started emigrating to the US.<BR/><BR/>Ironically, it is the sons and daughters of the "old gaurd" who now comprise the 4th generation, rightfully caring about many US issues, and don't dedicate much real thought to Cuba...other than thinking that the ways of el viejo are outdated.<BR/><BR/>"Recent emigrants" on the otherhand, don't really have the time, interest, or resources to think about Cuba strategically, and care most about supporting their families left behind. For now, these folks also care very little about US issues.<BR/><BR/>As you can tell from my post, my belief is that there really is not much for the community to care about when it comes to Cuba. What, we want folks to be energized about agreeing on whether travel should be allowed every year or every three years? These are tired issues with well drawn out battle lines.<BR/><BR/>There is a general haze around what to do about Cuba - plus, it must be said, a diminished morale after Fidel scored again with a seamless transfer of power. <BR/><BR/>Basically, this haze and demoralization breeds apathy and short-term self-interest.Axelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16612618000146200728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3503239653195967295.post-50509453377197737842008-07-18T00:15:00.000-04:002008-07-18T00:15:00.000-04:00Axel,<BR/><BR/>I agree with your thoughts on Cuban-American voting positions and the breakdown within our evergrowing diversity. <BR/><BR/>It seems to me Cuban-Americans used to be single-issue voters in the past. As our community has evolved I wonder where the Cuba issue ranks on the list if priorites that Cuba-American vote on today. Especially the 4th generation ones.<BR/><BR/>From my take it's fallen further and further on that list. Most 4th generation Cuban-Americans I speak to have several issues that affect their voting above promoting freedom in Cuba. Especially in this election where there are so many prominant issues affecting people in this country.<BR/><BR/>I think that's one of the reason's our elected officials have let Cuba drop on their list of priorties as well.Clarknoreply@blogger.com