Will American tourists have more freedom to visit the island nation in a post-Castro Cuba?

Answer 1

I heard that Castro's son or brother is primed to take over after his demise.-If this is true, nothing will change....

Answer 2

I don't think so, because of his brother that will inherit the position over Cuba. I read that he was just as bad as Fidel. "Raul is likely to reform the Cuban system in a way resembling that of China, where the communist party remains in unchallenged control of the state, but the economy has been allowed to take on some of the trappings of capitalism."

Answer 3

As long as it becomes a democracy (rather than Castro's brother taking over), then the borders should be open to tourists with valid passports.

Answer 4

G'day Aubrey Luvs,

It depends. If there was a truly democratic regime in place, then yes. If we continue to see a continuation of the current regime with Raul Castro in place of his brother, perhaps not.

Thus far, the Bush administration is adopting a "wait and see" approach.

On July 31, just hours prior to the announcement of Castro's condition, U.S. President George W. Bush told WAQI-AM, a Spanish-language radio station in Miami, "If Fidel Castro were to move on because of natural causes, we've got a plan in place to help the people of Cuba understand there's a better way than the system in which they've been living under. No one knows when Fidel Castro will move on. In my judgment, that's the work of the Almighty."On August 2, Senator Robert Bennett (R-Utah), said President Bush told him the administration was caught off guard by the announcement Monday of Castro's illness, and Republican senators began drafting legislation aimed at prodding the Communist nation toward democracy. "The president's comment was that everybody was caught by surprise, and we'll have to wait and see" what U.S. action is necessary, said Sen. Bennett, of his White House meeting with Bush on Tuesday. "I think all of us can say we had no idea this was coming."

Senators met in Washington, D.C. to discuss "A Democratic Cuba After Castro", as many senators argued that the United States should have a plan in case the United States would need to offer any help to Cuba during a transfer of duties.

Cuban-American Senator Mel Martinez has stated that he and many other Cuban-Americans regard Raúl Castro as a temporary figure and not someone who can lead Cuba into the future. This, of course, assumes that President Castro will in fact not return to power, a notion that cannot yet be confirmed.

There were celebrations among the large Cuban-American population of Miami, Florida, Jersey City, New Jersey, and several other smaller Cuban exile communities throughout the US opposed to the Cuban Revolution. According to The Guardian online, there are bets being made on how long Castro will live, and if he will be healthy enough to make a public appearence on August 13, his birthday

Cuban-American Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, a fierce opponent of Castro's government, said on Telemundo that the White House will not comment on a post-Fidel Cuba until they are sure that his health has severely deteriorated, or he is found dead. The United States will not lift its embargo against Cuba even if Fidel Castro departs. The congresswoman said, "It does not matter who is in power. Unless Cuba meets requirements for a free and democratic Cuba—that includes, freedom of speech, the press, the people, a democratically elected president and democratic elections, the embargo will not be lifted."

On August 3, 2006, the White House released the following statement.

2006 Cuban transfer of presidential duties
"The United States is actively monitoring the situation in Cuba following the announcement of a transfer of power. At this time of uncertainty in Cuba, one thing is clear: The United States is absolutely committed to supporting the Cuban people’s aspirations for democracy and freedom. We have repeatedly said that the Cuban people deserve to live in freedom. I encourage all democratic nations to unite in support of the right of the Cuban people to define a democratic future for their country. I urge the Cuban people to work for democratic change on the island. We will support you in your effort to build a transitional government in Cuba committed to democracy, and we will take note of those, in the current Cuban regime, who obstruct your desire for a free Cuba. In the event of a transition in the Cuban government, we stand ready to provide humanitarian assistance as needed to help the Cuban people. It has long been the hope of the United States to have a free, independent, and democratic Cuba as a close friend and neighbor. In achieving this, the Cuban people can count on the full and unconditional support of the United States."

I have enclosed additional references for your information.

Regards

Answer 5

We can only hope. Given how ineffective the embargo was, I can't believe it has lasted this long. I can't help but think if we had freer trade with Cuba, they would have gotten rid or Castro a long long time ago.

Answer 6

exactly - it depends upon who takes over. Other than china, cuba is the only other country that has communism.

hey try another Island nation like - oh - uhmmm Manhattan in New York, or even England is good too,...

take care - mahalo !!!

Answer 7

Here are the present rules from the State Department:
http://www.state.gov/p/wha/rls/fs/34617.htm

Facts of Cuba
https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/cu.html

you can visit now but need a special travel visa so you can return....there will be no difference if Casto dies....unless there is a major political war, as when he took over.

Answer 8

I dont think Americna will want to chance visiting anytime soon. You cant change a nation over night, its impossible.

Answer 9

Depends who the new leader is. If it will be Raul, not a chance, he's even less of a people person than his brother.

Answer 10

Try to understand this even though the Name has changed just about everything else will remain the same. So the answer is still no..............

Answer 11

doubt it , b/c castros ypounger bro. took over(he might be nicer, you never know)