Today, Explained Cuba's had enough
Jul 15, 2021
Patrick Oppmann, CNN’s Havana bureau chief, offers firsthand insights into the unprecedented protests sweeping Cuba as citizens demand change amidst power outages. Lillian Guerra, a Cuban history expert, provides context on the revolutionary hopes versus current disappointments. They discuss the vital role of social media in uniting voices of dissent and the evolving impact of technology on communication. The conversation also touches on the youth's entrepreneurial spirit and frustrations with the government, spotlighting a nation at a crossroads.
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Internet in Havana
- Patrick Oppmann arrived in Havana nine years ago when internet access was limited.
- Internet growth has been a major story, with increased access after the Obama opening.
Start of the Protests
- The protests began organically in San Antonio de los Baños due to six days of power outages.
- Live streaming allowed the protests to spread rapidly to other areas, creating a domino effect.
Unprecedented Protests
- The scale of these protests is unprecedented in Cuba since the 1950s revolution.
- Thousands of regular people participated, openly calling for change, something not seen before.