Cuba

...advocating change through engagement

U.S. policy toward Cuba is an out-moded relic of the Cold War that has failed to promote human rights or democracy and, instead, has isolated the United States from the region. WOLA advocates for change through engagement with Cuba – including travel, citizen exchange, trade, and diplomatic cooperation on issues of mutual interest.

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WOLA Reaction to Radio Martí's Editorial on Cardinal Jaime Ortega

WOLA Joins Members of Congress in Calling for Obama Administration to Reject Radio Martí's Characterization of Cuban Cardinal Jaime Ortega
10 May 2012
Analysis & Commentary
Controversy about the role of the Catholic Church in Cuba aside, it was inappropriate and ill-advised for Radio Martí, as a U.S. government-funded information service, to write this editorial.

How Will Economic Reforms Impact Social Protections in Cuba?

23 Mar 2012
Analysis & Commentary
The changes underway have potentially profound implications for the daily lives of working people in Cuba, who will be confronted with new and unsettling realities in terms of job security, unemployment, social welfare, and other issues.

Opting for Dialogue and Engagement: Pope Benedict’s Visit to Cuba

29 Mar 2012
Analysis & Commentary
The Pope’s visit serves as a reminder that engagement is the best way to promote human rights in Cuba.

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Summit of the Americas: Walking the Walk on Partnership

5 Apr 2012
Analysis & Commentary
The presidents of the Americas (with some notable exceptions) will gather once again later this month. President Obama will likely again focus on partnership, engagement, and co-responsibility. These are the right ideas, and they can revolutionize our relationship with the hemisphere.

A Report Back from Cuba: Ongoing Reforms and U.S. Policy

Upon return from a trip to Cuba, WOLA staff talk about security, ongoing reforms, and U.S. policy
30 Jan 2012
Publication
WOLA staffers Geoff Thale, George Withers and Clay Boggs just returned from a week-long trip to Cuba. They talk to Adam about the island's maritime cooperation with the United States, oil, economic reforms, U.S. policy and the Republican primary debates.

WOLA: Promoting Human Rights, Democracy, and Social Justice

22 Dec 2011
Video
As the year winds to a close, we hope you will enjoy this video about how WOLA works with partners in the region to advance human rights in Latin America. If you have not done so, we hope you will consider making a donation to WOLA to support our continued efforts. Your support makes a difference.

Obama and Romney Out of Touch on Cuba

13 Oct 2011
Analysis & Commentary
Barack Obama and Mitt Romney clearly share one thing: they are both out of touch when it comes to Cuba and what U.S. policy should be towards the island.
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Geoff Thale

Program Director