The Cuban influencer and activist Alexander Otaola has called for a demonstration in Washington to show his support for the elected U.S. president Donald Trump's policies towards Cuba.
The gathering is scheduled for next Tuesday, January 28, at Lafayette Square, in front of the White House, and aims to bring together members of the exiled Cuban community in the United States.
Otaola used his account on the platform X (formerly Twitter) to promote the call for the demonstration, which is being described as a "historic gathering."
In his message, the former candidate for mayor of Miami-Dade emphasized the need to raise awareness against human rights violations on the island.
"We demand the immediate release of all political prisoners on the island. Families separated, lives ruined... Enough already!" he wrote, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
Additionally, the activist called for Cuba to be declared a threat to the national security of the United States, arguing that the advance of communism poses a danger to freedoms in the region. "It is time to make our voice heard. Freedom is not negotiated, it is defended," he concluded.
During the recent broadcast of his YouTube show El Mañanero, Otaola reaffirmed his call for the demonstration in Washington.
"Now it’s time to fill Washington, to shout loud and clear that we want Cuba to be declared a national security threat," Otaola expressed, calling on exiled Cubans to mobilize en masse.
The activist also reported that opposing groups, organized through platforms like WhatsApp, are planning counter-demonstrations to overshadow the event.
However, he downplayed these actions, assuring that free Cubans and opponents of communism outnumber those seeking to maintain the current system on the island.
In a transmission marked by a challenging and optimistic tone, Otaola urged participants to prepare for the cold weather in Washington and assured that the event would be a demonstration of the exiled Cuban community's commitment to the freedom of their country.
"Let's fill Washington with people, with good Cubans, families, entrepreneurs, hardworking individuals, and those who love their homeland," he emphasized.
Additionally, he made a direct appeal to President Trump, whom he considers crucial in the fight against the Cuban regime. "We are Cubans and we give you the authority, as the majority, to take action," he emphasized.
Otaola, a polarizing figure on social media, has been a constant critic of the Cuban regime and a supporter of the sanctions imposed during the first Trump administration.
According to the influencer, the maximum pressure policies implemented by Trump were essential in weakening the government of Havana and supporting the pro-democracy movement on the island.
Frequently Asked Questions about Otaola's demonstration in Washington and policies towards Cuba
Why is Alexander Otaola calling for a demonstration in Washington?
Alexander Otaola calls for a demonstration in Washington to support Donald Trump's policies toward Cuba and demand the release of political prisoners on the island. The event aims to mobilize the Cuban exile community in the United States to raise their voices against the communist regime in Cuba and demand concrete actions.
What are Otaola's demands at the demonstration?
Otaola demands the immediate release of all political prisoners in Cuba and that Cuba be designated as a threat to the national security of the United States. Otaola argues that the advance of communism poses a danger to freedoms in the region and believes it is crucial to amplify the voices of exiled Cubans.
What is the "red list" mentioned by Alexander Otaola?
The "red list" is a compilation of Cuban artists connected to the Havana regime who, according to Alexander Otaola, should be assessed for visa revocation or denied entry into the United States. Otaola believes that these public figures, who support the Cuban government, should not have access to the country, and he has announced that he will revisit this issue with the administration of Donald Trump.
What is Otaola's stance on the Cuban government and its policies?
Alexander Otaola maintains a critical and defiant stance against the Cuban government. He has been a consistent opponent of the regime, denouncing human rights violations and advocating for stricter measures from the United States toward Cuba. Otaola believes that sanctions and pressure policies are essential to weaken the government in Havana and to support the pro-democracy movement on the island.
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