praise_gibbs Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/02/19/castro/index.html (CNN) -- Fidel Castro announced his resignation as president of Cuba and commander-in-chief of Cuba's military on Tuesday, according to a letter published in the state-run newspaper, Granma. Ailing Cuban leader Fidel Castro was seen on Cuban television in September 2007. Castro, 81, temporarily handed power to his younger brother Raul Castro in July 2006 after undergoing intestinal surgery. He hasn't been seen in public since his surgery, but he has appeared in numerous videos and photos in state media. In December 2007, a Cuban television news anchor read a letter reportedly written by Fidel Castro promising he would not "cling to office" or be an impediment to rising young leaders. Castro took power in Cuba in 1959 and has ruled the island nation ever since, governing the first communist nation in the Western Hemisphere. Fidel Castro captured the world's attention and imagination at 32 when the bearded revolutionary led a band of guerillas that overthrew a corrupt dictatorship -- and then became an irritating thorn in Washington's paw by embracing communism and cozying up to the Soviet Union. For the next 47 years, Castro reigned in Havana with an iron hand, outlasting nine American presidents and defying a punishing U.S. economic embargo designed to dislodge him I will be honest. I thought he was dead already! :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special K Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I will be honest. I thought he was dead already! :laugh: Don't worry, a lot of people did! Furthermore, Castro's resignation probably means his health status is such that he'll be dead shortly... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@DCGoldPants Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 perhaps this will signal something symbolic to Cubans there and abroad. But, hasn't his Brother been running things for awhile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ixcuincle Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Yes...he's 76* though...any movement towards democracy would probably happen with the leader after Raul. * - number unconfirmed but it's 6 AM so if it's off I apologize Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Lage Dávila might be the best of the bunch to take over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#98QBKiller Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 So are we going to be allowed to take a trip to Cuba now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 So are we going to be allowed to take a trip to Cuba now? You could always go to Cuba. Just not from here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#98QBKiller Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 You could always go to Cuba. Just not from here. Do you mean take a trip to Central America then get a flight over to Cuba from there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Do you mean take a trip to Central America then get a flight over to Cuba from there? Or just up north to Canada. People have been doing it for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#98QBKiller Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Or just up north to Canada. People have been doing it for years. I never thought of that, I guess I always figured Canada was too far out of the way to make it worthwile. However, I did buy some Cuban cigars in Vancouver a few years ago that has to count for something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I never thought of that, I guess I always figured Canada was too far out of the way to make it worthwile. However, I did buy some Cuban cigars in Vancouver a few years ago that has to count for something. Personally I have never been, but I know a few people that have and they say it's amazingly beautiful. And some Cuban cigars are good, but sometimes quite bitter. And yes, that counts as much as me having Chinese food last week. :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUSkinsFan Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Don't worry, a lot of people did! Furthermore, Castro's resignation probably means his health status is such that he'll be dead shortly...Nah man, Castro is like a ****roach. It's impossible to kill him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_cavalierman Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 How long do you think it will take before the GOP is claiming they defeated Castro like Reagan won the cold war all by himself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickalino Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 So are we going to be allowed to take a trip to Cuba now? Obama is the only candidate who has indicated that he will lift the embargo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zguy28 Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 How long do you think it will take before the GOP is claiming they defeated Castro like Reagan won the cold war all by himself? Well considering the fact that Castro's dictatorial regime has lasted over the term of ten US Presidents (four were Democrats) and that he is dying of bad health instead of economic implosion, somehow I doubt it. Mikhail Gorbachev is still alive. I don't see the comparison. :whoknows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@DCGoldPants Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 you want Cuba cigars? Go to Aruba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickalino Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 you want Cuba cigars? Go to Aruba. didn't you hear, there's also an unofficial travel boycott of Aruba, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_cavalierman Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Well considering the fact that Castro's dictatorial regime has lasted over the term of ten US Presidents (four were Democrats) and that he is dying of bad health instead of economic implosion, somehow I doubt it. Mikhail Gorbachev is still alive. I don't see the comparison. :whoknows: You are absolutely right that it makes no sense and that is why it will happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickalino Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 How long do you think it will take before the GOP is claiming they defeated Castro like Reagan won the cold war all by himself? How could they claim that when Raul = Fidel !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_cavalierman Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 you want Cuba cigars? Go to Aruba. Or you can go to Canada... Canada has no Cuba restrictions and I get them all of the time. I place them in a non-descript box after I buy them and bring them across the border with no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_cavalierman Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 How could they claim that when Raul = Fidel !!! Not neccessarily so...Raul is going to honor Fidel until he is gone. Once Fidel is gone Raul will likely be ready to forge his own legacy. I expect to see some level of relations restored with Cuba in my lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_cavalierman Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Bush defeated Castro. This quote was taken from the Bush biggest accomplishment thread. That would be post #56 for our resident fact checkers. I rest my case :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Skins_&_'Stons Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I heard he is now going to try and buy the Skins from Snyder. Our beloved Burgundy & Gold, the next communist regime. :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacase Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 Or you can go to Canada...Canada has no Cuba restrictions and I get them all of the time. I place them in a non-descript box after I buy them and bring them across the border with no problem. Its Illegal for American's to go to Cuba without a license. Going to a third country doesn't make it legal. http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1097.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaceman Spiff Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 How long do you think it will take before the GOP is claiming they defeated Castro like Reagan won the cold war all by himself? How long do you think you can go without slamming the GOP for something stupid? I'm gonna bet 3 minutes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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