Cuban broadcaster and presenter Laritza Camacho shared an emotionally and politically charged message on Facebook this Wednesday, candidly stating that Cubans are not happy.
The post was inspired by a reunion with childhood friends—some still in Cuba, others abroad—and starkly depicts their daily struggles: frequent power outages, absent children, grandchildren born far away, and the exhaustion of those who feel they can't endure any longer.
"Cubans are not happy. We are not, and it cannot be hidden or silenced, just as the sun cannot be obscured by a single finger," Camacho wrote.
The broadcaster expressed regret over the lack of true political dialogue among Cubans, despite their diverse viewpoints.
Calls for Real Political Dialogue and Liberation
"If they could see and feel us, the events of November 27th would have led to dialogue, and July 11th would have been an open street for all Cubans, rather than Cubans fighting each other," she remarked, alluding to the November 27, 2020, demonstrations outside the Ministry of Culture and the massive protests on July 11, 2021, which were met with crackdowns and numerous arrests.
Camacho also called for the unconditional release of political prisoners. "Those imprisoned, for whom I demand freedom, wouldn't need intervention from the Pope or any third party," she insisted.
Criticism of the Cuban Regime
Her critique of the regime was unambiguous: "If they could see and feel us, we would be a nation capable of rising from truth, not from a speech that promises but doesn't deliver, or worse, only fulfills threats and enforces justice with the selectivity of those who do not understand true justice."
Camacho concluded with a poignant observation regarding Cuba's current state. "I feel an infinite sorrow for what we have become today. It's shameful."
The post ended with a quote from José Martí: "The one who best serves the homeland is the one who tells it the truth."
Ongoing Critique of Government Policies
This post is part of a series of critical statements from Camacho in 2026. On August 1, she criticized the 176 economic measures approved by the National Assembly, accusing them of tailoring "a suit to fit" the power.
On August 5, she released "Leave and Go, We Don't Need You," a message addressed to both the Cuban government and the United States, accusing them of not considering the Cuban people.
In July, she had already declared: "I am against the Cuban government because the Cuban government is against Cuba."
Frequently Asked Questions about Laritza Camacho's Criticism
What prompted Laritza Camacho's Facebook post?
Laritza Camacho's Facebook post was prompted by a reunion with childhood friends, which highlighted the harsh realities and unhappiness experienced by many Cubans, both in the country and abroad.
What are some issues Laritza Camacho highlights in her post?
Camacho discusses issues such as frequent power outages, absent family members, and a lack of genuine political dialogue among Cubans, as well as calling for the release of political prisoners.
How has Laritza Camacho criticized the Cuban government in the past?
In 2026, Camacho criticized the Cuban government for various reasons, including the approval of 176 economic measures and expressing discontent with both the Cuban government and the United States for not prioritizing the Cuban people.