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We’ve been here before
There is no indication that Cuba has a long-term vision for self-employment, or the private sector in general. And the solution is not a return to the starting point.
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As the earth burns
The month that just ended may be the hottest on record. USA Today reported that in the U.S. alone, 3,092 record highs had been recorded so far and 55 all-time highs worldwide, according…
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The Raw Deal
The GOP says its tax cuts have led to a good economy, citing a soaring stock market, healthy job growth, and low unemployment. But except for the few, the economy is, at best, stuck in…
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Mario’s kryptonite: Year of the woman, new voters and the taint of the NRA
2018 has not been a good year for political dynasties from the Miami area. And it turns out that Mario Diaz-Balart may be running scared in his quest to retain his seat against Mary…
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A bull runs through it: Trump and the Western Alliance
President Donald Trump went through Western Europe—Brussels, London—like the bulls run through Pamplona. He then went to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin...
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Vote! It’s the power of people over money
There are solutions to the problems we face in this country. And there is great hope. Although if you listen to the Trumpsters and other Republicans, they will sell you fear and hate,…
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A more coherent press law is needed
When the future press law of the country is discussed among Cuban journalists, it seems that expectations surpasses reality.
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Cuba’s new private sector regulations
After almost a year of uncertainty, Cuban authorities this week published the updated work laws in its Official Gazette. The new regulations will take effect starting on December 7 of…
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Seduced by fútbol
Cubans have surrendered at the foot of the World Cup soccer tournament whose prominence can only be compared to that of the Olympic Games. Meanwhile, Cuban baseball is on a downturn.
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Cuba’s media only sees corruption at the bottom of the ladder
If there’s one thing that makes me uneasy, it’s watching a shark fight a sardine. Even more so, when the fight is rigged in the shark’s favor. This is the same uneasy feeling I’ve had…
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