Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Castro steps down


So, it has finally happened - Fidel Castro, after a period of ill health, has stepped down as Cuba's leader, passing the reins to his brother Raul. American businesses have been poised for years ready to step in and westernise Cuba; hopefully, Cuba's charm and spirit will remain, though a more democratic system of government will be welcome. Cuba's recent history has been a complex and uncomfortable one, yet the country has a health service way better than many developed nations. Find out more by asking Miss Hammond, who visited the country a few years ago.

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