This isn’t meant to be a discussion on the morality of the embargo, but the affects of the embargo ending for both countries. These affects can be political, economic, or social.

  • tsonfeir@lemm.ee
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    6 months ago

    Besides nationalizing US businesses without compensation, Cuba got in pretty hot water during the Cold War for its hosting of Soviet Nukes. While I completely agree the embargo is pointless at this time, the increased presence of Russian influence could stir up some old feelings.

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      6 months ago

      US businesses? You mean mob-run casinos? Or hereditary plantation owners?

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        6 months ago

        Worse. Oil. I’m not defending their decisions, I’m just explaining why I think it’s unlikely.