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WORLD & NATION— New Cuban embargo legislation intended to create jobs, mend old wounds 7 September 10, 2010 By Kyle Dometrovich Staff Writer The United States' relationship with Cuba has ranged from a capitalist interest to downright hot and hostile. Historically, the United States has opposed the establish ment and development of communist nations and Cuba is of special concern because of its proximity to the United meet the food and agriculture needs of the Cuban people"" States. This tension, even further accentuated and defined during the Cold War, has led to decades of tu multuous international relations, and constric tive foreign policy. The initial embargo was imposed in 1960 by President John F. Kennedy. In 1962, it was tightened into a full economic, commercial and financial embargo — meaning the United States did not officially condone pleasure or business travel to Cuba. U.S. policy dictated against trade with, or support for Cuba in any way for nearly 40 years. Still, the United States kept a watchful eye on Cuba, fearing the revitaliza tion of the Cold War, just 90 miles outside of our border. However, recent legislation has indicated a "Helping feed Cuba is good for the U.S. economy and The Cuban government, currently under the rule of Raul for the Cuban people," said Peterson in regards to the bill. Castro, recently agreed to release 52 multi-national politi- The U.S. government's initiative to open Cuba as a com- cal prisoners, indicating a commitment to the lessening of mercial entity has the potential not only to provide jobs age old tensions. and paying customers for Americans, but greatly improve Under the new Castro regime, America is potentially the quality of life for those living below the poverty line a legitimate and logical business partner. Cuba has been in Cuba. a country unable to develop its natural assets due to eco- U.S. producers are the closest suppliers that can help nomic constraints, but with the help of a fully developed country close in proximity, Cuba may be able to strengthen Peterson said. "Opportunities to sell to paying customers its economic stability. Of course, not everybody agrees that opening this long-closed door would benefit Americans individually or America as a whole. "We are deeply troubled that such changes would result in economic benefits to the Cuban regime and would significantly undermine U.S. foreign policy and security objectives," said U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, spokesperson for the House Foreign Affairs Committee. She argues that the embargo has been placed for a specific long-term reason, and to change it now would encourage the development of a communist na- — military or otherwise. Cuban-American relations have been teeter- move to in Cuba have been hindered by bureaucratic red tape and ing on the picket fence for almost 50 years. For nearly half loosen the embargo on Cuba. Minnesota Rep. Collin Peter- by arbitrary prohibitions on the ability of U.S. citizens to a century, our estranged neighbor, not 100 miles off our son, chairperson of the House Agriculture Committee, has travel to Cuba. This bill cuts the red tape and allows that border, has struggled with economic and political hard- proposed a bill that would greatly loosen the Cuban Em- trade and travel to happen.' ship. Only recently have American politicians begun to ap- bargo. The Travel Restriction Reform and Export Enhance- With the agricultural and food production industry, proach Cuba with renewed interest and openness. To loos- ment Act H.R. 4645 seeks to relax the embargo in order manpower is required. The implementation of the bill en the Cuban embargo could potentially mean economic to stimulate new economic and agricultural opportunities could create many new job opportunities, from entry level benefits for Americans and Cubans alike, and it is likely between the United States and Cuba. labor all the way up to management. that policy changes will reflect this in the near future. "Opportunities to sell to paying customers in Cuba have been hindered by bureaucratic red tape and by arbitrary prohibitions on the ability of U.S. citizens to travel to Cuba." Colin Peterson, chairperson of the House Agricultural Committee PIZZA iiiite Better Ingredients, Better Pizza. New Garden 855-8282 OPEN LATE Monday-Thursday: 10:00am - 1:00am Friday & Saturday: 10:00am - 1:30am Sunday: 11:00am - 12:00am We accept the Quaker Card! Enjoy a Large 1 Topping Pizza! $1J99 Try Papa's Wings to your order for ONLY $goo m ihus www.papaiohns.com Earn FREE PIZZAlf Find out how at www.papajohns.com/rewards Offers expires December 31, 2010. No coupon necessary. Customer responsible for taxes, tips, and fees. Delivery fee may apply.
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