The Embargo

The embargo of the United States against Cuba has been in place since 1960. There are many and very vocal opponents of the embargo who claim that it should be lifted. They support their claim with the fallacy that by lifting the embargo, the people of Cuba would know what they are missing out on. In other words, if the United States allows an influx of cash to flow to Cuba, then the people would want democracy.

This is ridiculous because the real embargo is that of Castro's regime against the people of Cuba. For over 50 years, top government officials have lived lives of kings and movie stars, while the population has starved. The people don't need the embargo lifted to know the things they already know. The lifting of the embargo would only serve to support and strengthen the Cuban economy, which would only prolong the length of the regime.

The embargo should only be lifted the day Cuba holds open and pluralistic elections. Until then, there's nothing else to talk about.