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In reply to the discussion: Cuba's Fidel Castro attacks 'lies' about his health [View all]secondwind
(16,903 posts)3. His healthcare system IS better, but it gives priority to tourists, govt. officials, sports
celebrities, etc.
The average Cuban comes dead last. We were in Havana a year ago.. many people have serious dental issues, and the elderly are suffering the most. they rummage through garbage cans
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His healthcare system IS better, but it gives priority to tourists, govt. officials, sports
secondwind
Oct 2012
#3
A public speaking appearance would go a long way to dispel the doubts about his health
Zorro
Oct 2012
#5
Yeah, every time some CIA tool makes up bullshit about his being near death...
JackRiddler
Oct 2012
#7
Even more teachable when taught in the only nation ever to used atomic weapons
LanternWaste
Oct 2012
#35
So, there are both: photos of the man in public, and the "strongly-worded article".
Judi Lynn
Oct 2012
#12
So as long as bad US foreign policy applies, you can oppress your local population?
brooklynite
Oct 2012
#20
And why is this an excuse for an equally dictatorial regime with a different economic plan?
brooklynite
Oct 2012
#24
Miami's elderly rightwing Batista/mafia holdovers will need extra blood pressure medicine now
Adenoid_Hynkel
Oct 2012
#22
Always loved Garrett Morris. So thoughtful for him to do the news like that. n/t
Judi Lynn
Oct 2012
#31