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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.

Dissident Artists On Trial In Cuba, Face Years In Prison

May 31, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Two dissident artists went on trial in Cuba on Monday, facing years in prison after being arrested last year.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Caribbean, Cuba, Political Artwork, Political Dissidents

New Cuba Penal Code Tougher On Dissent

May 17, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

New Cuba Penal Code Tougher On Dissent

Officials in Cuba say the new penal code is modernizes the country’s laws but human rights groups, say it tightens restrictions on dissent.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Cuba, Dictatorships

New Culture Of Dissent Remaking Cuba’s Politics

March 18, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

New Culture Of Dissent Remaking Cuba’s Politics

Living standards in Cuba have steadily fallen over the last few decades. If better institutions are put in place, problems could be averted.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Central America, Cuba, Political Dissidents

New Cuba Law Proposed Targeting Independent Journalism

February 3, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

New Cuba Law Proposed Targeting Independent Journalism

A proposed modification to the penal code of Cuba might make support for independent journalists and media organizations illegal.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Caribbean, Cuba, Journalism and Free Speech

Cubans Who Joined July Protests Now Face Stiff Sentences

January 22, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Cubans Who Joined July Protests Now Face Stiff Sentences

Scores of people facing stiff sentences in trials this month for their roles in the demonstrations of July 11 and 12, 2021 in Cuba.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Caribbean, Cuba, Democracy Protests, Political Dissidents

Mothers Demand Release Of Cuba Minors Jailed For Protests

January 10, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Mothers Demand Release Of Cuba Minors Jailed For Protests

The mothers say their children were detained and interrogated without the presence of adults, while prosecutors want 23 year sentences.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Caribbean, Cuba, Political Dissidents

Cuba Urged To End Repression Of Artists

December 10, 2021 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Cuba, Dictatorships, Journalism and Free Speech, Political Artwork

Cuba: Peaceful Protesters Systematically Detained, Abused

October 25, 2021 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Cuba: Peaceful Protesters Systematically Detained, Abused

In reaction to peaceful anti-government protests, the Cuban government has consistently engaged in abuse-riddled criminal trials.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Central America, Cuba, Democracy Protests, Political Dissidents

Could Balloons Power Uncensored Internet In Cuba?

July 19, 2021 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Central America, Cuba, Internet and Democracy

Can Democracy Come To Cuba?

July 17, 2021 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

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.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Central America, Cuba, Democracy Protests

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