The Cuban opposition leader Rosa María Payá was at the center of one of the most emotional moments this Saturday in Miami during the launch of the Cuban Anti-Communist Foundation (FCA), led by Alex Otaola.
"We are living through a crucial moment in world history," stated Payá, denouncing the repression, hunger, and exodus affecting millions of people under authoritarian regimes.
He recalled that it has been weeks since any news about the opposition figure José Daniel Ferrer has emerged and emphasized that the struggle for freedom in Cuba continues, despite the media silence and the persecution faced by activists and dissenters on the island.
The Cuban people know that to overcome the crisis, they must be free from the dictatorship, he highlighted.
In his speech, he emphasized the courage of Cubans who are protesting within the country and fighting for a change towards democracy. "Not a single day goes by without someone shouting for freedom in Cuba," he stated firmly.
Payá urged not to forget that Cubans, after more than six decades of dictatorship, continue to confront the regime because: “They do not give up the idea of being free, and they are risking their lives for it.”
His speech was met with a standing ovation and reinforced the tone of resistance at the inauguration of the Anticommunist Cuban Foundation event.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Situation in Cuba and the Activism of Rosa María Payá
What is the main objective of the Cuban Anticommunist Foundation?
The Cuban Anti-Communist Foundation (FCA) aims to counter the expansion of communism and consolidate an international political movement. It was introduced in Miami by activist Alex Otaola, with the participation of figures like Rosa María Payá, who emphasized the need to fight against the dictatorship in Cuba to overcome the crisis in the country.
What is Rosa María Payá's position on the political situation in Cuba?
Rosa María Payá asserts that the only way to overcome the crisis in Cuba is to end the dictatorship. She criticizes the authoritarian regime that has been in power for over six decades and highlights the courage of Cubans fighting for democracy, despite the repression and media silence.
What has been Rosa María Payá's role in the defense of human rights?
Rosa María Payá has been an active advocate for human rights and democracy, both in Cuba and internationally. As a commissioner of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR), she champions a democratic transition in Cuba and denounces human rights violations on the island.
What is the current situation of the Cuban dissident José Daniel Ferrer?
José Daniel Ferrer, a prominent Cuban dissident, has decided to go into exile to protect his family, after enduring torture and persecution in prison. His decision has been supported by activists such as Rosa María Payá, who sees it as an act of resistance and dignity against the Cuban regime.
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