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A Small Part of Havana That’s Been Transformed

In Havana, there is a place near the residential neighborhood of Miramar that has an interesting history, I’m talking about the land known as Monte Barreto.

Concerned about the Young Generations

Are we a generation of utter idiots? I do sometimes wonder, what will my generation be remembered for? Anything of stature?

From Life to Death

It’s been very hard for me to write about my mother’s passing, just a few days ago.

Double Standards in Cuba’s Criminal Proceedings

Cuba’s minister of Justice announced that a new Code of Criminal Procedure was being drafted, although he didn’t go into details about the changes.

The Humanity of a Cuban State Security Agent

Those agents intimidating Javier, in the calmest way, stuck in my head for hours. It’s clear that they have been given this power.

What is International Law Good for Anyway?

Elio Delgado Legon criticizes the effectiveness of the United Nations and the arrogance of the United States in ignoring its resolutions.

A Letter and a Poem Written by Marti Marked My Life

I was already a man, although still quite young, when I discovered Jose Marti. The real Marti that is, in his own words…

The Terrors Inflicted upon Women

Honduran women have confided some truly hideous and gut-wrenching things to me. True personal experiences. These are nasty and upsetting stories.

La Terrazina Pizzeria: A Welcoming Place in Pinar del Rio

The surprising thing about this place is that despite being run by a state company, it really is a welcoming place with good quality food.

Singing Down the Wall

Every summer I sing with a chorus during the annual Concert without Borders, an event staged on both sides of the Mexico/U.S. border at once.