Message from the people of Cuba to their leaders: "Leave and hand over the country."

Since October 18, 2024, Cuba has faced a total blackout due to the disconnection of the National Electric Power System (SEN), caused by the outage of the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric plant. The blackout has left millions of Cubans without electricity, and although authorities have reported that they are working on restoring the service, they have admitted that "there is no defined timeframe for restoring the service."

The reaction of Cubans on social media

In light of this situation, this media outlet asked its readers via Facebook: "Should the leaders of Cuba resign?" Following this inquiry, Cubans responded en masse, and their messages reflect the collective feeling of frustration and rejection towards the current leaders.

In one of the comments, A.F. expressed: "A few years ago they should have resigned!", reflecting the discontent with the lack of effective solutions. For his part, M.C. was emphatic in stating: "Yes, but quickly, without looking back. Out now!", making her impatience with the current situation clear. Others, like R.S., stated: "They should leave and hand over the country," pointing to a desire for radical change.

A constant criticism among the messages is the perception that the country is facing not only a blackout problem but a structural crisis. O.R. commented: "The only problem Cuba has is not the blackouts," echoing a widespread feeling that the issues go beyond the energy crisis. In a more critical tone, M.L. declared: "Let the dictatorship fall. Cubans should take to the streets to protest," demonstrating the desperation for social change.

Many of the comments highlight the weariness accumulated from years of crisis. J.L.G. stated: "They should have left a long time ago. When a people emigrate, their leaders become unnecessary." The feeling of abandonment and disappointment manifested in various ways, from direct calls for resignation to phrases that denote emotional exhaustion, such as that of L.F., who expressed: "The blackouts are the tip of the iceberg; for everything else, they should not resign, but be prosecuted for crimes against humanity."

Cubans also expressed their discontent with the management of the current crisis. Y.L. pointed out that "without thinking about it, if there is any dignity left, they should do so," referring to the need for leaders to take responsibility and step down. Meanwhile, G.M. was more direct in saying: "There is no shortage of arguments," making it clear that for him, there are no doubts about the need for political change in the country.

Some, like M.P., ironically recalled the long time they have been waiting for solutions, stating: "Since '59." Others, in a more urgent tone, like A.T., insisted: "Immediately."

Most of the messages reflect a sharp and absolute rejection of the current leaders, who, for many, have led the country to a state of collapse and hopelessness. M.C. summed up the feelings of many with a clear phrase: "Yes, they should have done it years ago."

In conclusion, the comments in response to the question from CiberCuba Noticias make it clear that the population is demanding not only a change in policies but a total change in the structure of power. The constant lack of solutions and the absence of a clear strategy to overcome the crisis have completely eroded the people's trust in their leaders. Today, Cubans are calling not only for an end to the blackouts but for an end to a regime they see as the main responsible party for their hardships.