With a regime in transition since Fidel Castro stepped down, Cuba will also feel the impact of new policies in the White House. In his speeches, president-elect Barack Obama talked of establishing a true policy in support of human freedom. One of his intentions is to send a message to Cubans about civil rights. However, for now, the island’s embargo will remain unchanged.

 

As contrary as it may seem, a policy of increased dialogue with Cuba will only damage Cuban president Raúl Castro. If this is to happen, the Castro regime will begin to lose their anti-American rhetoric as a way of maintaining unity among their allies. In this way, the transition can be accelerated. 

 
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