Recently, Cuban ruler Miguel Díaz-Canel He stated that the young people who decide to remain in Cuba are the true support of the nation. These statements, made during the XII Congress of the Union of Young Communists (UJC), have sparked a sea of reactions among Cubans, especially on the platform of CiberCuba News on Facebook, where a post about his claims was filled with critical and revealing comments.
On the page of CiberCuba News, users were quick to express their discontent and concern. "Those who stay are because they have not been able to leave," commented Álvarez Gennys, reflecting a painful reality about emigration and the lack of opportunities on the island. This feeling was also reflected by Anyel Anyelo, who added: "It could be that those who are here are because they do not have the money to leave."
"Evelyn Mata's" comment stood out among the others by suggesting a reality exercise for Díaz-Canel: "Let him do a survey in basic secondary and pre-university schools so that he can see that 99.9% want to leave this country, that is the reality of Cuba, very sad", becoming the most supported by the community.
Ironic interactions were also part of the conversation, such as that of "La Consentida de Arere" who declared: "With me that doesn't count", which led to a series of responses, including the sarcastic statement of "Frank Romero": "but girl "We are continuity, don't let it be said jjjjjjjj." "Carlos Hernandez" launched a challenge to the official narrative: "You open the mariel again and you will see those who did the act how they all leave you. And many of yours too. Be careful with that.", reflecting the skepticism towards the real support for the system.
In the comments, the community not only shared their desire to emigrate, but also openly criticized the government's management and the current situation in Cuba. "He no longer has a story to invent," said Elena Mulet, while "Pedro Ricardo" described the president as "a mocker and a blank face." The criticism intensified with comments such as that of "Yan Carlo Valls Hidalgo", who ironically said: "There is my child, I have not left due to lack of opportunity, have faith that I personally am going to support something."
Frustration was also reflected in the perception of the motivations behind remaining on the island. "I stayed because I don't have money," confessed Adisleydi Pérez Batista, a sentiment that resonated with many. "Mario" criticized the unsustainability of the country with: "That is not supported by anything, what a harsh face." "Isaac Sánchez" resorted to humor to describe the situation with: "You're sick, you ball of talcum powder", evidencing the general discontent.
Some comments showed skepticism about Cuba's future under the current administration. "Give him food," Alain Alejandre joked, indirectly referring to the food shortage. "Jean Diaz" resorted to humor with an animated gif, evidencing popular disbelief, and "Lianet Benavides" shared her personal frustration: "But it will be... I stayed because I don't have the money to leave. For God's sake."
These reactions, published in response to the post of CiberCuba News Regarding Díaz-Canel's statements, they show a deep gap between the official perception of the role of Cuban youth and the harsh reality expressed by citizens. Far from feeling the support of the nation, many young people consider emigration as the only way out of an uncertain future, a scenario that contradicts government optimism.
Aware that Díaz-Canel could be reading this article, we open the space for our readers to express directly what they would say to him. What would be your message to the Cuban ruler in the face of this reality that the island's youth are experiencing?
What do you think?
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