The mothers say their children were detained and interrogated without the presence of adults, while prosecutors want 23 year sentences.
Cuba articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Cuba. Cuba is not a functioning democracy. There is a one-party system, in which the party controls all government and most civil institutions. There is a full ban on all political opposition or protest. Also see our articles on the Castro brothers and democracy in the Caribbean.
Cuba Urged To End Repression Of Artists
Over 300 major figures from the art world have called out Cuba, asking it to put an end to state-sponsored violence against artists.
Cuba: Peaceful Protesters Systematically Detained, Abused
In reaction to peaceful anti-government protests, the Cuban government has consistently engaged in abuse-riddled criminal trials.
Could Balloons Power Uncensored Internet In Cuba?
Florida’s governor, Ron DeSantis (R), proposed internet transmission to Cuba via high-altitude balloons when it is blocked by government.
Can Democracy Come To Cuba?
A key observer argues that while recent protests are extraordinary and signify change, many forces in Cuba are pushing against democracy.
Arrests After Thousands Rally Against Cuban Government
Media sources report that thousands of people joined Cuba’s largest anti-communist protests in decades, resulting in dozens of arrests.
Cuba’s Internet Cutoff: A New Tactic To Suppress Dissent
Cuban authorities have restricted social media sites, ostensibly to stifle information flow into, out of, and inside the embattled country.
Scattered Protests Reveal A Deepening Crisis In Cuba
Cuba’s current leaders should see hunger strikes not as a threat but as a symptom of a deeper crisis, both economic and political.
2021 Elections in Latin America: What’s at Stake
There was an interesting and lengthy new post published at the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral
Cuba throws its repressive playbook at activist
Cuban journalist Camila Acosta has learned from experience the tools in Cuba’s repressive play book. She has endured multiple instances of targeted abuse.