Bob Murphy Show Ep. 434 Martha Bueno on Lyn Ulbricht's New Organization, Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing
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Aug 13, 2025 Martha Bueno, an advocate for liberty and former entrepreneur, shares her journey from her Cuban roots to fighting against cruel sentencing for nonviolent offenders. She discusses her collaboration with Lyn Ulbricht on Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing, aiming to reform harsh laws affecting families. The conversation touches on the impact of Ron Paul’s legacy and the urgent need for justice reform. Martha also reflects on the immigrant experience and the parallels between past struggles and current political challenges in the U.S.
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Parents' Daring Escape From Cuba
- Martha Bueno recounts her parents' escape from Cuba, including her father's prison break and mile-long night swim to the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo.
- They were flown to New Jersey and later built a life that led them to Venezuela before returning to the U.S.
Childhood Witness To Hyperinflation
- Martha describes growing up between Venezuela and the U.S. and witnessing rapid inflation and shortages.
- She recalls buying candy one day and finding prices drastically higher the next week, which shaped her economic viewpoint.
Slow Path To Authoritarianism
- Martha warns the U.S. can follow the same slow path to authoritarianism she saw in Cuba and Venezuela.
- She says the 'boiling frog' rise of control often goes unnoticed until it's too late.