W. T. Whitney Jr.
LATEST ARTICLES BY W. T. Whitney Jr.
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Economic blockade against Cuba – still alive and dangerous
June 6, 2016From financial penalties to blocking transactions with Cuban state-run businesses, the U.S. blockade of Cuba is still in force.
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Cuba applies a fix to its food markets
May 31, 2016New pricing regulations aim to reduce consumers' food bills and help stop corruption in the supply chain.
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Historian portrays workers as securing the victory of Cuba’s Revolution
May 9, 2016Steve Cushion's new book shows that there was more to Cuba's revolution than the romantic tale of a few warriors in the mountains.
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Cuban Communist Party to make changes, protect gains
April 25, 2016Cuba's Communist Party held its 7th Party Congress in Havana between April 16 and April 19.
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Venezuela’s socialist government, besieged, finds worldwide support
April 18, 2016They are dealing with inflation, difficulties in importing goods, falling oil prices, and worsening economic recession.
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Colombian prisoner David Ravelo speaks to North Americans
April 14, 2016Prisoner David Ravelo presented two reports that offer a local and intensely personal perspective on struggle in Colombia for rights and survival.
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Former Cuban Five prisoners teach about solidarity and Cuba
April 12, 2016They are expressing thanks for solidarity on their behalf and discussing what the Cuban Revolution means today in a crisis-filled world.
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Obama to Cubans: “Let’s break down the barriers”
March 31, 2016The United States President called for removing "the shadow of history from our relationship."
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