The independent Cuban journalist Jorge Enrique Rodríguez issued a strong response to the ruler Miguel Díaz-Canel, following statements in which he suggested that certain sectors might be encouraging vandalism against state infrastructures.
Rodríguez dismantled the argument with irony, direct criticism, and a clear denunciation of the structural collapse in Cuba.
“We do not need to commit any acts of vandalism against state infrastructure. That would be aiding you, as ALL state infrastructure has collapsed due to the routine consequences of the three of you: El Fide, Raulitín, and now you, my king”, wrote the journalist from his social media profile.
In his post, Rodríguez challenged Díaz-Canel to name “at least three of those 'infrastructures' he claims that can withstand a single blow of a tomato.”
“Schools in decline. Daycare centers in ruins. Hospitals are a source of shame. Factories closed. Inns no longer exist. Restaurants that were once icons, now neglected. Shops are closed. Police stations are empty - yes, because the exodus is on the rise, and we're bringing you the news about it,” he enumerated.
Her response combined social criticism with a colloquial language rich in sarcasm and political commentary.
“Are you afraid they will throw two boniatazos at ETECSA?”, he mocked.
And he recalled July 11, 2021, when the regime criminalized peaceful protests, accusing the demonstrators of vandalism and sedition.
“Your bloomers were seen on #11J when you made up the whole vandalism and sedition thing. Don't threaten us anymore, nor make up more lies, and you know you can shove that death penalty where the sun doesn't shine. Fear knocks on our door, but we won't let it in,” Rodríguez declared.
Wave of reactions: “You cannot vandalize what has already been vandalized.”
The journalist's words sparked a broad wave of reactions among users who resonated with his complaint.
Many celebrated its upfront tone, while others contributed their own reflections that complemented the idea that the supposed infrastructure protecting the government is nothing more than a collection of ruins.
“The infrastructure that Pinocho Barrigón is talking about is a ruin that is collapsing,” commented a user.
“Communism is more vandalistic than the gangs”, another added.
"You can't vandalize what has already been vandalized," quipped another.
"Tomato... sweet potato? At the price they're at, they're going to say they're weapons funded by the empire!" wrote another follower among emojis and sarcasm.
Some joked about the term “Raulitín,” used by the journalist to refer to Raúl Castro, while others applauded the closing of the message:
“That ending was epic. ‘Fear knocks on our door, but our resolve doesn't let it in’”, celebrated a user, complementing her comment with a flurry of applause and hearts.
A sustained critique of the collapse of the model
The publication by Jorge Enrique Rodríguez is part of a growing wave of critical voices both inside and outside the island that denounce not only the material state of the country but also the official narrative that seeks to justify its failures through threats, manipulation, and repression.
The journalist's message not only highlights the material failure of the Cuban state but also its inability to maintain a credible narrative in the face of the citizens' reality.
"He is not more foolish because he doesn't train...", Rodríguez concluded in the comments section of his post, making it clear that his criticism goes beyond sarcasm: it is a cry of frustration and challenge.
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