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Starving the poor to feed the rich
As a child, I felt so fancy when we used the purple food stamps — those were the pretty ones.
We were a hardworking, loving family. My parents ensured we weren’t around anyone who…
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On the progress of the Cuban economy and its transformations
This comment cannot be postponed: While various kinds of evidence demonstrate the ongoing deterioration of the country's economic and social situation, it is, on the one hand,…
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The private sector in Matanzas: Neither good nor bad, the new reality
In the province of Matanzas, the private sector continues to penetrate the economy. The limited supply and production capacity that dominate the state-run commercial sector create…
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The time for MSMEs is over… at least in the Cuban provinces
When the Cuban government capped the prices of six essential foods and toiletries in July 2024, many consumers pointed out that the new official price tags were much higher than those…
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LDP 999+: Preaching and practicing corporate social responsibility
On February 26, the University of Havana's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Network, along with the Cuban Network of Social and Solidarity Economy and Corporate Social Responsibility…
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Can Global South exit from a world of debt?
In the past two decades, the external debt of developing countries has quadrupled to $11.4 trillion (2023). It is important to understand that this money owed to foreign creditors is…
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Report: Trump orders plan to seize Panama Canal
President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to prepare plans for carrying out his threat to "take back" the Panama Canal, including by military force if needed, two U.S. officials…
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Accelerated conversion of the Cuban electrical energy system begins
It is projected to add 2,000 MW to the national generation between 2025 and 2026. Starting in June 2025, it is estimated that all daytime effects will be addressed, as a greater…
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From service to struggle: Musk and Trump’s policies hurt veterans
Veterans' organizations, including the American Legion and Disabled American Veterans, have criticized the Trump-Musk cost-cutting proposals.
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Since 1975, $79 trillion has flowed from bottom 90% to top 1% in U.S.
"The massive income and wealth inequality in America today is not only morally unjust, it is profoundly damaging to our democracy," wrote Sen. Sanders.
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