There is still a Castro in [Cuba]. And I think the status quo will not change until [Fidel] moves to the great beyond. [However,] Raul Castro [recently installed as president of Cuba] is a more open-minded guy [than Fidel]. [Raul] lives a more capaitalistic lifestyle. And he has been somewhat more open with the press and allowing the sudents to speak up. But the reality is that he won't do much until Fidel is gone.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She analyzes Cuban politics, noting that real change depends on Fidel Castro's departure despite Raul's minor reforms.
- In plain terms
- Cuba will not change much until Fidel leaves power.
- What can you take from it?
- Real political change often requires structural leadership shifts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What blocks progress?
- How does leadership affect society?
Another view
This perspective assumes individual leadership is the sole driver of national change.
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