The government of the US has no moral authority to elect itself as the judge over human rights in Cuba, where there has not been a single case of disappearance, torture or extra-judicial execution since 1959, and where despite the economic blockade, there are levels of health, education and culture that are internationally recognised.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The US claims moral authority over human rights while ignoring Cuba's achievements.
- In plain terms
- The US cannot judge Cuba's human rights when it has made progress.
- What can you take from it?
- Question claims of moral superiority when others show results.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we judge moral authority in politics?
- Are health and education enough for human rights?
Another view
This view ignores historical context of US policy impact.
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