Marrero defends "revolutionary humanism" as abandonment and poverty grow in Cuba

The Cuban Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, once again resorted to ideological rhetoric amidst the deep crisis facing Cuba, stating that the government's policies remain "consistent with the humanist nature of the Revolution," even as social abandonment and extreme poverty grow in the country.

Through a thread of messages on social media X, Marrero emphasized that “attention to social policies, community work, and monitoring of households and individuals in vulnerable situations” has been “prioritized”, especially for elderly individuals and mothers with three or more children.

However, these statements contrast with the daily reality of a population facing shortages of food, medicine, transportation, and basic services. There are elderly people who still lack decent housing since Hurricane Melissa struck the eastern part of the country last year.

The leader also defended the alleged "labor and salary protection," stating that the aim is to "enhance relocation or job change."

In practice, this translates for many Cubans into precarious jobs, insufficient wages, and an inflation that erodes any income, forcing thousands to survive in informality or rely on remittances.

In the realm of transportation, Marrero acknowledged that the sector has had to make "several adjustments," and promised to expand electric mobility "according to the available resources."

However, the public transportation crisis remains one of the most visible issues in the country, characterized by long wait times, unstable routes, and deteriorated infrastructure that particularly impacts workers and students.

Another key element of the official discourse is the shifting of responsibilities to the communities. Marrero stated that "there are many solutions to find at the local level" and that "one can be very helpful" from that realm.

This narrative, however, highlights the state's inability to effectively respond to structural problems, leaving the solution of a national crisis to underprivileged citizens.

While the Government insists that "Cuba does not stop and turns challenges into opportunities," the reality reflects a continued deterioration of living conditions.

The contrast between the rhetoric of "revolutionary humanism" and the neglect experienced by large sectors of the population continues to shape the social agenda on the island.