Obama's Cuba Policy Shows Little Signs of Real Change

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The american foreign policy towards Cuba is fullof double standards to say the least. I would like to repeat that the American government has all kinds of relations with countries where there are very few liberties. Specifically Saudi Arabia where women are considered less than 2nd class citizens. Aren't China & Vietnan(where thousands of americans died) communist?
The American government has also had a bad habit of supporting any dictator, such as the previous one in Cuba - Batista, as long as that dictator looks out for American interests. So much for true democracy and human rights.

Catalina of NY 2:41PM May 19, 2009

Buenos Amigos! I recently stayed in Cuba for 2 months, and learned a great deal about the country, and by far, travel to Cuba ... it is the Caribbean's only Treasure Island ... a golden paradise. It is important to learn as much as you can before traveling there, especially for first-time explorers, so that you don't experience "Culture Shock" as it is different, yet without a doubt exceptionally splendid and intriguing. Consider travel to Cuba, before the less positive influences of the United States infiltrate their culture, and be in the midst of some of the most loving, generous, resourceful, and interesting people in this world. They are without many "things" that we take for granted; when a toilet seat breaks, it is very difficult to find a replacement. Sometimes their homes have no electricity and water. I know the "ins" and "outs" of travel to/in Cuba, and if I can assist your visit, please contact me.
Gracias, y saludos: Corita CloverFox, La Tramposa Zorro del Trebol. www.cubacharters.net

Corita CloverFox of NC 5:50PM April 10, 2009

I think that's fair. We should drop the BS rhetoric on fighting with Cuba and just take a clear position. We like Cuba, we like the Cuban people, we don't like Cuban dictatorship. We will increase trade with them, the more they increase freedoms on the island.

Smooth Jazz of NY 3:59PM April 10, 2009