Crazy Cuban exiles and totalitarian contrasts in Cuba
The piece contrasts Cuban exiles in Miami opposing a Los Van Van concert and U.S. policy on Elian Gonzalez with broader Western life such as travel, books, and Clinton’s impeachment vote. It highlights totalitarianism as a Cuban element and cites Somoza Batista and Pinochet as well known Latin American dictators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elian
Miami
Dade County
Fla
Argentina
America
Mexico
Henry Kissinger
Karl Marx
Bill Clinton
U.S
Cuba
Somoza
Batista
Pinochet
Cuban exile reflects on totalitarian rule and Elian case
The author compares Cuba's rulers to other Latin American regimes and recalls his own experiences from age 17 in labor camps to censorship. He argues totalitarian power controls every facet of life from work to media and highlights Cubans’ fight to keep Elian in the United States. Publisher Cuellar notes he edits Contacto in California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Paul Sartre
Sartre
Cuba
Elian
Cuellar
Contacto
Burbank
Calif
Wilson County News
America
Costa Rica
United States
Express Your Opinion in a Local Letter to the Editor
A call for readers to share views on current issues through letters to the editor. Citizens weigh in on community concerns, urging thoughtful discourse and civic engagement.
Letter from parent warns teachers about his son
A reader named Bill Foster threatens to involve school authorities and lawyers after alleged misconduct by his son. He demands respect for his child and warns teachers of consequences if criticized. The writer invites broader comment from teachers and other parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Foster
Bill
bankers@connects.com
Weekend headlines show protests and upheaval worldwide
Across the nation and world people protest drills and policies. Miami witnesses a raid clash over a child custody matter while Washington hosts a mock wedding for gay rights. Clinton calls AIDS a national security threat amid Vietnam celebrations and Zimbabwe land seizures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Clinton
Vietnam
United States
John McCain
Zimbabwe
Philippines
Vote Saturday May 6 In Local Municipal Elections
An opinion piece contrasts voting with protest in the U S and cites upcoming municipal elections on May 6 in Elmendorf Floresville Path and St Hedwig plus school elections in East Central La Vernia Path and Stockdale urging readers to vote, start in their own communities, and make a difference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmendorf
Floresville
Path
St. Hedwig
East Central
la Vernia
Stockdale
Views on Elian Gonzalez Sparks Political Debate
A reader criticizes the Elian Gonzalez case and accuses Fidel Castro and the Clinton administration of political manipulation. The writer argues the boy should stay with his extended Miami family and criticizes U S policy and leadership while urging support for the father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elian Gonzalez
Janet Reno
America
Cuba
Fidel Castro
Elian
Castro
States
Miami
Bull Clinton
Diane Amantea
Wilson
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