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| Statement supporting Cuba against Bush’s attacks |
| 2003-04-29 |
| Initiated by the International A.N.S.W.E.R. Coalition Just a few short takes from their "unbiased" statement. We, the undersigned individuals and organizations, view with great concern the intensifying campaign of subversion and aggression against Cuba, directed by the U.S. government. We in the U.S. progressive and anti-war movement recognize our obligation to expose and organize against the Bush administration's plans to overthrow the government of Cuba. Under the rubric of the "war against terrorism" the Bush administration has aggressively embarked on a campaign to carry out the overturn of governments that seek to maintain independent control over their own land and resources. At stake in Cuba are the considerable social and economic gains of the people made in spite of overwhelming opposition from the government representing the most powerful country in the world. On April 7, James Cason, chief of the U.S. Interests Section in Havana and the top U.S. diplomat in Cuba, declared, "all of our allies agree that their policy goal in Cuba is, ultimately, the same as ours: the rapid and peaceful transition to a democratic government characterized by strong support for human rights and an open market economy." He stated on the same day, "the Administration's top priority is to promote a rapid, peaceful transition." Coming from a U.S. government representative, the meaning is clear: "transition" translates to overthrow. Bwahahahaha! In the wake of the war on Iraq, there is no corner of the world that is safe today from U.S. aggression. This is especially the case for Cuba, part of whose national territory remains under U.S. military occupation. U.S. diplomats have warned Cuba, along with Iran, Syria and North Korea, to "learn the lessons of Iraq." Cuba seems to be a slow learner. The trial of the 75 Cuban individuals arrested in March uncovered the directing role of the U.S. Interests Section in guiding, financing, and organizing subversive actions against the Cuban government. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has funneled some $20 million in support to anti-government organizations in Cuba as a part of this counter-revolutionary campaign. After the popular revolution that overthrew the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Batista in 1959, the U.S. government has resorted to invasion, nuclear threats, biological and chemical attacks, assassination attempts and murders, C.I.A. financed and organized "opposition," and economic destabilization. For forty years the overthrow of the Cuban government has been a priority for U.S. policy makers. The Bush administration's goal is to carry out regime change and replace the Cuban government with a puppet regime. It is a testament to the popular support of the Cuban government and its ability to stand up and confront U.S. aggression that the people of Cuba have successfully repelled overt and covert attempts to recolonize their country. Wonder how many Hollywood types are going to sign on to this one? |
| Posted by:Steve |
| #8 Becky, don't you mean lap dance for anyone? ;) Why wouldn't they defend Cuba? It and NK are the only ones who put on decent commie show trials anymore. Ah Cuba.....see a show trial in the morning, and still have time to cruise the Malecon looking for an underage hooker. Not to mention the cigars. And the rum. Ah, a true socialist paradise. As long as you have a passport and a ticket out, that is. |
| Posted by: Baba Yaga 2003-04-29 20:35:59 |
| #7 Ahhh too bad. Now that they aren't getting any money from Sadaam, and Kimmy's running a little short, ANSWER is going to have to shill even harder for a few extra shillings from Fidel. Never mind they look sooo silly after his recent round up. Toss some coins in the hat and they'll tap dance for anyone. |
| Posted by: Becky 2003-04-29 20:04:39 |
| #6 Ummm...this is sick..but... I know this guy that goes to Cuba, hangs out at clubs and picks up the minions of 14 \15\16 year old girls that hang outside the club waiting for foreigners..... So much for the Socialist Paradise..... |
| Posted by: Porps 2003-04-29 19:56:53 |
| #5 Wheres Michael Corleone and Hyman Roth when you need them? |
| Posted by: Wills 2003-04-29 16:43:59 |
| #4 The Imperialist US Govt also does not like the Peoples Republic of Cuba to have WMD hanging around that fair island, either. It was there about 40 years ago. Do not make us angry...you would not like us when we are angry. |
| Posted by: Alaska Paul 2003-04-29 16:02:11 |
| #3 Ah'll Never Stop Welcoming Evil's Reign sez: "At stake in Cuba are the considerable social and economic gains of the people…" What gains? Oh, yeah, Castro and his buddies are people, that's RIGHT! |
| Posted by: KP 2003-04-29 15:19:19 |
| #2 Oh, Boy! Haywood Jablome rides again! |
| Posted by: tu3031 2003-04-29 14:04:19 |
| #1 Don't they risk being taken out and shot? Oh, wait, that's in Cuba. Here all they risk is looking |
| Posted by: Chuck 2003-04-29 13:53:19 |