few days ago a lady in the city of Havana, who prefers to hide his identity, made the arrangements to obtain an exit permit, ie the necessary authorization from the Cuban government to travel. The Immigration Department refused permission. This is the wife of a dissident member of the Christian Liberation Movement. The response to his request was unequivocal: "did not have to give any explanation."
When a Cuban wants to leave the island should make an application in Immigration. There is opened a file and proceeds to a thorough investigation involving several organizations: the workplace or the individual studies, the forces of repression and surveillance systems in the neighborhood where he lives. It also requires An additional license, or "letter of release" should extend Minister sector where the person and gives it its discretion, "if you want." Finally, even if the person meets all these requirements and obtain a letter of release, if the worker, the Immigration Department will decide whether the person can travel or not.
travel in Cuba is not a right. The person requesting permission to travel must pay $ 150, equivalent to half a year's salary-job to get the permit. But the story does not end there. If the person wants to reunite with his family and live a long season out of Cuba, is applied to the final output category. This category is not an option in the city, but a brand, a punishment of banishment applied to "those who leave the country." They were considered enemies of the revolution and they confiscated all their properties: house, car, appliances, etc.. Would take too long to explain all the hardships and indignities suffered by those wanting to travel. But, as travel is not a law, officials try to applicants with despotic and humiliating phrases typical of a regime which does not recognize "we can say that if we give permission, we can say that we give and we can say nothing, give no response for an indefinite period and not explain why. We do not have any explanation. " These are facts, not opinions. Who dare to deny it.
travel in Cuba is not a right, but the denial of the right to enter and leave the country is just one illustration of what constitutes the order of rights and no essential contradiction between the ruling regime in Cuba and the rights of people.
It is important to remember now that Fidel Castro has decided to resign as President of the Council of State. This news, which has visibly shaken the world and currently has occupied the media, seem to be less affected to Cuba, where a deafening silence prevails among citizens. Today woke up commenting on the baseball game last night but nobody dares to mention the news that came out yesterday in the press and on television. And in Cuba is creating the culture of fear.
uncertainty is large and there are many predictions: a prophesy of "measures" or possible changes that could make Raúl Castro, others recommend Asian models or elsewhere, but why not the rights?
From Cuban Forum, a new public campaign, we are going to promote the Varela Project and other changes in the laws so that citizens can participate in the life of their country as free men and women. Only with the opening to the rights the people can truly exercise their sovereignty.
After almost fifty years under this culture of fear generated by the totalitarian power, Cubans want a new life, and look to other horizons. They want to be free to travel, decide, work, laugh, talk, sing, dream and realize their dreams: to have your own personal life plan, family and country.
It's time to give voice to Cubans so they can decide. To open all areas in the law, make a component and call a referendum. It is time that the law guarantees the rights so that everyone has opportunities. Rights and, therefore, due to the government. No concessions, actions or gestures. The uncertainty and helplessness were the daughters of arbitrariness and despotism. So far, since the power is given or removed according to the criteria and interests of those who rule above the law and often beyond their own laws.
Through participation rights are achieved and justice. The rights guaranteed to Cubans to decide who governs them, how and for how long. They generate trust and facilitate the reconciliation process. Rights are path and goal, peaceful path and goal of peace and brotherhood.
The Declaration of Freedom for Cubans, which is available at www.oswaldopaya.org, proclaim the right of Cubans to rights. That is the alternative. Another thing is to close the doors of the future to the people of Cuba.
should not disqualify anyone, there should be no exclusions: the Cuban solution to the Cubans and all Cubans. But this is only possible if the rights guaranteed to all. Thus, in an atmosphere of dialogue and participation, we can open this new stage of life of the Cuban people. Without denying or exclude any human being, and without denying their dignity and all the living space. As the poet said, "for freedom."
From Cuban Forum presented on 20 December before the National Assembly of People's Power National Reunification Law. It proclaims the rights of Cubans. Those who live in Cuba and who wander the world as Cubans because this beautiful island is home and home of all Cubans. We also present an amnesty law. Should be peaceful political prisoners released. That is, all those in prison for defending the rights of Cubans, human rights and work peacefully for changes throughout Cuba wants and needs.
Cubans we have to acknowledge the efforts and the ongoing campaigns of so many people throughout the world. Particularly in Spain, deputies and members of various parties such as the Popular Party, Democratic Union of Catalonia and convergence have been tireless in solidarity and demand the release of these human rights defenders. Also the English Government has taken steps seeking the same result. I'm sure, like me, also all the families of prisoners and many Cubans appreciate these actions by the release of these prisoners.
Despite the many news and great flow of opinions and predictions that arise on Cuba, while not release these political prisoners in captivity is around Cuba and threatened by repression. Reconciliation can not be imposed by decree but is inseparable from the liberation, ie, peaceful change and recognition of the right of all Cubans to decide this openness to new life. The fruit of forgiveness is reconciliation among all, tolerance and respect, and will also the basis for building a society not only free but also more fraternal. This is possible because if there are alternatives, that which is good for everyone because it is based on freedom and respect for life. It is possible and it is our certain hope. Oswaldo Payá
When a Cuban wants to leave the island should make an application in Immigration. There is opened a file and proceeds to a thorough investigation involving several organizations: the workplace or the individual studies, the forces of repression and surveillance systems in the neighborhood where he lives. It also requires An additional license, or "letter of release" should extend Minister sector where the person and gives it its discretion, "if you want." Finally, even if the person meets all these requirements and obtain a letter of release, if the worker, the Immigration Department will decide whether the person can travel or not.
travel in Cuba is not a right. The person requesting permission to travel must pay $ 150, equivalent to half a year's salary-job to get the permit. But the story does not end there. If the person wants to reunite with his family and live a long season out of Cuba, is applied to the final output category. This category is not an option in the city, but a brand, a punishment of banishment applied to "those who leave the country." They were considered enemies of the revolution and they confiscated all their properties: house, car, appliances, etc.. Would take too long to explain all the hardships and indignities suffered by those wanting to travel. But, as travel is not a law, officials try to applicants with despotic and humiliating phrases typical of a regime which does not recognize "we can say that if we give permission, we can say that we give and we can say nothing, give no response for an indefinite period and not explain why. We do not have any explanation. " These are facts, not opinions. Who dare to deny it.
travel in Cuba is not a right, but the denial of the right to enter and leave the country is just one illustration of what constitutes the order of rights and no essential contradiction between the ruling regime in Cuba and the rights of people.
It is important to remember now that Fidel Castro has decided to resign as President of the Council of State. This news, which has visibly shaken the world and currently has occupied the media, seem to be less affected to Cuba, where a deafening silence prevails among citizens. Today woke up commenting on the baseball game last night but nobody dares to mention the news that came out yesterday in the press and on television. And in Cuba is creating the culture of fear.
uncertainty is large and there are many predictions: a prophesy of "measures" or possible changes that could make Raúl Castro, others recommend Asian models or elsewhere, but why not the rights?
From Cuban Forum, a new public campaign, we are going to promote the Varela Project and other changes in the laws so that citizens can participate in the life of their country as free men and women. Only with the opening to the rights the people can truly exercise their sovereignty.
After almost fifty years under this culture of fear generated by the totalitarian power, Cubans want a new life, and look to other horizons. They want to be free to travel, decide, work, laugh, talk, sing, dream and realize their dreams: to have your own personal life plan, family and country.
It's time to give voice to Cubans so they can decide. To open all areas in the law, make a component and call a referendum. It is time that the law guarantees the rights so that everyone has opportunities. Rights and, therefore, due to the government. No concessions, actions or gestures. The uncertainty and helplessness were the daughters of arbitrariness and despotism. So far, since the power is given or removed according to the criteria and interests of those who rule above the law and often beyond their own laws.
Through participation rights are achieved and justice. The rights guaranteed to Cubans to decide who governs them, how and for how long. They generate trust and facilitate the reconciliation process. Rights are path and goal, peaceful path and goal of peace and brotherhood.
The Declaration of Freedom for Cubans, which is available at www.oswaldopaya.org, proclaim the right of Cubans to rights. That is the alternative. Another thing is to close the doors of the future to the people of Cuba.
should not disqualify anyone, there should be no exclusions: the Cuban solution to the Cubans and all Cubans. But this is only possible if the rights guaranteed to all. Thus, in an atmosphere of dialogue and participation, we can open this new stage of life of the Cuban people. Without denying or exclude any human being, and without denying their dignity and all the living space. As the poet said, "for freedom."
From Cuban Forum presented on 20 December before the National Assembly of People's Power National Reunification Law. It proclaims the rights of Cubans. Those who live in Cuba and who wander the world as Cubans because this beautiful island is home and home of all Cubans. We also present an amnesty law. Should be peaceful political prisoners released. That is, all those in prison for defending the rights of Cubans, human rights and work peacefully for changes throughout Cuba wants and needs.
Cubans we have to acknowledge the efforts and the ongoing campaigns of so many people throughout the world. Particularly in Spain, deputies and members of various parties such as the Popular Party, Democratic Union of Catalonia and convergence have been tireless in solidarity and demand the release of these human rights defenders. Also the English Government has taken steps seeking the same result. I'm sure, like me, also all the families of prisoners and many Cubans appreciate these actions by the release of these prisoners.
Despite the many news and great flow of opinions and predictions that arise on Cuba, while not release these political prisoners in captivity is around Cuba and threatened by repression. Reconciliation can not be imposed by decree but is inseparable from the liberation, ie, peaceful change and recognition of the right of all Cubans to decide this openness to new life. The fruit of forgiveness is reconciliation among all, tolerance and respect, and will also the basis for building a society not only free but also more fraternal. This is possible because if there are alternatives, that which is good for everyone because it is based on freedom and respect for life. It is possible and it is our certain hope. Oswaldo Payá
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