That brings us back to the question that started this piece: Does Cuba really matter?
It is an important question that should be asked by national reporters who travel to Florida and accept a five-decade story line. And that fundamental question leads to some others, like: Why does Cuba matter? What is the strategic importance of Cuba? How does continuing the embargo help the Cuban population? What should we do when the Castro regime ends?
But with the candidates saying little about Cuba unless they happen to be in Miami, and national reporters doing little to press them on the issue, perhaps we already know the answer to one question: No, Cuba does not matter—not to the national media, anyway.
It's good that you brought up the policy of embargoes and protectionism. But the ethnic, national background of groups — and the nature of the ruling Cuban regime — are irrelevant except for electioneering purposes. Open up opportunity, and legalize freedom and prosperity, for all private individuals, equally: abolish protectionist tariffs and embargoes. While you're at it, abolish the War on Plants and Herbs. (Oh, wait... only REPs and DEMs are in charge... never mind.)
#1 Posted by Dan A., CJR on Fri 12 Oct 2012 at 11:07 AM