W. T. Whitney Jr.

W.T. Whitney Jr. is a political journalist whose focus is on Latin America, health care, and anti-racism. A Cuba solidarity activist, he formerly worked as a pediatrician, and lives in rural Maine.

LATEST ARTICLES BY W. T. Whitney Jr.

Politics

Relief for Cuba from U.S. terrorist designation, but for how long?
January 15, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Better late than never: Solidarity groups welcome Biden’s overdue change of policy but prepare for anti-Cuba onslaught under Trump.
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En español

Gobierno de Petro en Colombia enfrenta guerra legal, regreso de Álvaro Uribe e intervención de EE.UU.
January 13, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
El gobierno del Pacto Histórico del presidente Gustavo Petro, en el poder desde 2022, es una novedad en la historia de Colombia.
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Politics

Petro government in Colombia confronts lawfare, Alvaro Uribe’s return, and U.S. intervention
January 9, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
When it rains, it pours.
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En español

Cubanos marchan contra el bloqueo estadounidense y la guerra híbrida
January 6, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Cientos de miles de cubanos marcharon el 20 de diciembre por el emblemático Malecón de La Habana frente al Estrecho de la Florida.
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News

Militant still, Cubans march against U.S. blockade and hybrid war
January 3, 2025 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Cuba condemns the Biden administration for not easing the blockade and prepares for the expected onslaught by Trump.
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En español

El ejército estadounidense interfiere en la disputa entre Venezuela y Guyana
December 20, 2024 By W. T. Whitney Jr.

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Politics

U.S. military meddles in Venezuela-Guyana dispute, on behalf of imperialism
December 20, 2024 By W. T. Whitney Jr.
Washington is definitely not playing the role of mediator.
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En español

Presidente Biden, saque de prisión a Simón Trinidad y déjelo regresar a Colombia
December 17, 2024 By W. T. Whitney Jr.

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