An overwhelming wave of criticism flooded social media following the latest government broadcast, known as the Mesa Redonda, where regime authorities discussed the ongoing energy crisis, banking operations, and international aid.
Instead of soothing public discontent, the program sparked mistrust, irritation, and direct demands from citizens.
During and after the broadcast, countless users took to the internet to question the truthfulness of the government's narrative and the lack of tangible solutions.
Alejandro Pérez Guilarte pointed out that after over six decades, the vast sums "stolen from the people" explain the current situation, while Michel Mantilla bluntly stated that "they can't fool anyone anymore."
Others condemned what they see as empty rhetoric. Roberto López questioned the absence of concrete results for Cuban households, and Layter Rodríguez criticized the program as "more of the same," demanding fewer words and more action.
Complaints also targeted banking services. Mar reported that banks virtually cease operations when the power goes out, and Zoila García Perera claimed that in rural areas, ATMs fail to function—neither for withdrawing cash nor for making transfers due to power outages.
Luis Medrano encapsulated his dissatisfaction by stating, "that's what banks offer to the common Cuban."
Many users expressed skepticism about the promises of economic reorganization. Demi Lobaina R Lobaina argued that the proposed changes only benefit leaders and their families, criticizing authorities for not speaking "clearly and concisely" and hiding behind convoluted language.
There were also direct social grievances. Ivonne González expressed desperation over the lack of milk for children, Yayi Dallarys Benítez protested that transportation for dialysis patients is no longer guaranteed, and Carlos Miguel González Pupo criticized the omission of discussions on political prisoners and the youth project 4tico.
The power outages were another focal point of criticism. Charly Ok and Carima Borges noted they couldn’t even watch the entire program due to blackouts, while Delvis Cruz Limonta sarcastically questioned how to stay informed when "there's never any power."
The reactions underscore a climate of growing fatigue and skepticism among Cubans, who contrast the official discourse with a reality characterized by blackouts, shortages, inadequate services, and a profound loss of faith in the regime's messages.
Public Sentiment and Government Trust in Cuba
What sparked the recent wave of criticism towards the Cuban government?
The criticism was triggered by a recent government broadcast where authorities discussed the energy crisis, banking issues, and international aid, leading to public distrust and demands for real solutions.
How did citizens react to the government's promises of economic reorganization?
Many citizens were skeptical, believing that the changes would only benefit government leaders and their families, while criticizing the lack of clear and straightforward communication from authorities.
What are some specific issues raised by Cuban citizens following the broadcast?
Citizens raised concerns about the lack of basic necessities like milk for children, transportation for dialysis patients, and functioning bank services during power outages, highlighting the disconnect between government rhetoric and lived realities.