• About Us
  • Careers
  • Brand Partnerships
TFI Official Merchandise
TFI English
TFI हिन्दी
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
TFIGlobal
TFIGlobal
Right Arm. Round the World. FAST.
No Result
View All Result
  • Premium
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Canada
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • The Caribbean
  • Premium
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Canada
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • The Caribbean
TFIGlobal
TFIGlobal
No Result
View All Result

Castro’s Child Protege is Bringing Castroism Back to Cuba

There is a boy. "Second son" of Castro. Who can and will bring Castroism back in Cuba

Ansh Pandey by Ansh Pandey
February 9, 2023
in The Caribbean
Reading Time: 3 mins read
0
Castro’s Child Protege is Bringing Castroism Back to Cuba

(Caption: Washington Times)

435
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Elián Gonzalez story: The cold war era Cuban star, Fidel Castro, was one of the main personalities that sent shivers down the US spine. And, maybe the USA will get a déjà vu soon. As, there are signs that Castroism is about to be revived in Cuba. 

Story of Elián Gonzalez

To understand the resurgence of Castroism in Cuba you have to be familiar with the story of Elián Gonzalez. For that, let’s replay 1999.

Also Read

Russia’s MIR Payment system turns US’ CATSA threats into a pathetic joke

Facebook aids US to establish imperialism in Bolivia and Cuba

A bunch of Cubans board a makeshift raft with Elizabeth Brotons, her boyfriend, and her 5-year-old son Elián Gonzalez. They are travelling 90 miles across the Florida Straits in search of political asylum. Sadly, a storm strikes the sea and the young boy gets separated from his mother, who drowns along with a dozen other passengers.  

Elián Gonzalez is then found by two fishermen, three miles off the coast of Fort Lauderdale in a swell.  The anti-communist Cuban community of South Florida regarded his safe rescue as nothing short of a miracle. In Miami, Florida, Elian is given to his paternal family. However, the boy made the US react like a cat on a hot tin roof.

Days later, armed agents with tear gas and guns swarm the Gonzalez family, turning the raid into a media sensation.

How The Battle Over Elián González Helped Change U.S. Cuba Policy : Parallels : NPR
(Source: NPR)

Elián reunited with his father and stepmother, but, he won’t be deported back. Here, in Cuba, Fidel Castro has left no stone unturned to criticize Bill Clinton for keeping the boy. Riots break out in several residential complexes of the Cuban-American community. 

Read More: Cuba receives an ‘unexpected gift’ from Central Asia to solve its energy woes

However, the Supreme Court ultimately rejects the Miami relatives’ efforts, and Elián is returned to Cuba. The boy returns to Cuba to a really enthusiastic welcome from Castro. He will be protected by government bodyguards for many years afterward, with Castro calling him his second son.

Elian Gonzalez fondly remembers Fidel Castro
(Source: USA Today)

What is Elián Gonzalez doing now?

Elián González is set to make a significant impact in Cuban politics in 2023, as he is nominated for a top position in the National Assembly. And, it comes as no surprise that Castroism runs in Gonzalez’s veins.

In a rare 2019 interview, Gonzalez stressed, “I don’t profess to have any religion, but if I did my God would be Fidel Castro.” In another interview with CNN in 2017, González made clear that he planned to continue vocally supporting the government that brought him home.

“Living here is a debt I owe to the Cuban people,” González had said. “That’s who I will always work and fight for.”

Elian Gonzalez: First Exclusive Interview Since Childhood - YouTube
(Source: YouTube)

Castroism Returns in Cuba

Everyone can see the boy is greatly motivated by Castro’s legacy. And, that is the reason for the Cuban Communist Party to elevate him to a higher level.

Read More: World Health Organization (WHO) is now the de-facto ruler of St. Lucia 

Elián Gonzalez still carries the buried animosity against the US inside him. An insignificant political issue traumatized a 5-year-old boy. At a time when the 60-year-old rivalry has heated up again, the very same boy is becoming a well-known face of Cuba and his story of can be the spark that will bring Castroism back into Cuba.

Cuba, are you ready for another Castro? We hope the USA is.

Tags: Bill ClintonCubaCuba CrisesCuba NewsElian GonzálezExhaustive ReadsFidel CastroPulitzer PrizeUS-Cuba
ShareTweetSend
Previous Post

Lula sets the trajectory for Brazil’s blazing growth

Next Post

Tulsi Manas Mandir Varanasi, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Also Read

CARICOM Crashes Henry’s ‘Premature Demand’   

CARICOM Crashes Henry’s ‘Premature Demand’  

February 26, 2023
SVG Pulls the Plug on America’s Illegal Empire

SVG Pulls the Plug on America’s Illegal Empire

February 26, 2023
Maduro’s Last Warning to US-backed Guyana

Maduro’s Last Warning to US-backed Guyana

February 25, 2023
Windrush Scandal: Uncovering the racist history of Caribbean Migration to the UK   

Windrush Scandal: Uncovering the racist history of Caribbean Migration to the UK  

February 25, 2023
Load More

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms of use and Privacy Policy.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
The mysterious death of Shermans has Justin Trudeau written all over it

The mysterious death of Shermans has Justin Trudeau written all over it

March 14, 2023
Africa kicks dollar to the curb

Africa kicks dollar to the curb

March 14, 2023
Did Ukraine use innocent civilians as human shield against Russia in the name of evacuation?

Did Ukraine use innocent civilians as human shield against Russia in the name of evacuation?

May 9, 2022
Was Justin Trudeau’s younger brother, Michel Trudeau killed?

Was Justin Trudeau’s younger brother, Michel Trudeau killed?

March 12, 2023
A ‘unified’ Romania is about to take down NATO!

A ‘unified’ Romania is about to take down NATO!

March 18, 2023
Germany is abducting African workforce. Legally!

Germany is abducting African workforce. Legally!

March 21, 2023
Remove restrictions and pay up”, Orban’s warning to EU elites

Remove restrictions and pay up”, Orban’s warning to EU elites

March 20, 2023
Guns United states

Guns are trafficked from the USA into Latin America, but not anymore!

March 20, 2023
South America in Flames: Guyana and Suriname Fiery Border Dispute

South America in Flames: Guyana and Suriname Fiery Border Dispute

March 20, 2023
China hawk policy

Baerbock emerges victorious in her fight against Olaf Scholz

March 20, 2023
Youtube Twitter Facebook
TFIGlobal
  • About us
  • Contact Us
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy Policy

©2023 - TFI MEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

No Result
View All Result
  • Premium
  • Indo-Pacific
  • Americas
  • Canada
  • Indian Subcontinent
  • West Asia
  • Europe
  • Africa
  • The Caribbean

©2023 - TFI MEDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

Follow us on Twitter

and never miss an insightful take by the TFIGlobal team

Follow @tfiglobal
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. View our Privacy and Cookie Policy.