Cuban dissident Rosa María Payá delivered a poignant speech this Saturday in Miami during the launch of the Anti-Communist Cuban Foundation (FCA), spearheaded by Alex Otaola. "We are at a pivotal moment in world history," Payá declared, as she condemned the repression, hunger, and mass exodus affecting millions under authoritarian regimes.
Payá highlighted the concerning disappearance of fellow dissident José Daniel Ferrer, emphasizing that the struggle for freedom in Cuba persists despite media silence and the ongoing persecution of activists and opponents on the island. "The Cuban people know that to escape the crisis, they must first end the dictatorship," she emphasized.
Her speech underscored the bravery of Cubans protesting within the country and advocating for democratic change. "Not a day goes by without someone shouting for freedom in Cuba," she asserted passionately.
Payá urged people not to forget that after more than six decades of dictatorship, Cubans continue to resist the regime, stating, "They refuse to abandon the dream of freedom and are risking their lives for it."
Her remarks were met with a standing ovation, bolstering the spirit of resistance at the inauguration event for the Anti-Communist Cuban Foundation.
Understanding Cuba's Political Crisis
Who is Rosa María Payá?
Rosa María Payá is a prominent Cuban dissident known for her activism against the Cuban government's authoritarian regime.
What is the Anti-Communist Cuban Foundation?
The Anti-Communist Cuban Foundation is an organization launched to oppose the Cuban government and support democratic efforts led by activists like Alex Otaola.