He has prostrated Cuban nationalism to embrace the most violent Communist dictums. Instead of safeguarding the rights of Cuban citizens. his government treacherously usurps them. and strikes terror in the hearts of the people. The American people have only to listen to the tragic stories related by Cuban refugees who have abandoned everything to seek sanctuary under a democratic government. Thousands have fled to Miami in my own congressional district. still more have arrived in other U.S. cities. Fidel Castros "promised land" is a tragic farce. and the inhumane conditions by which he rules are an affront to the dignity of mankind everywhere. Mr. Speaker. the sorrowing Cuban refugees in our country look to us to give them strength. support. and understanding. They have forsaken a government which no human being can live by. Our American experience has enabled us to comprehend the desire of every man to dwell in a sovereign nation. to participate in public affairs and to join with his neighbor in democratically determining his own government. Now is the time for the people of the United States. and for free men all over the world to pledge their support of true Cuban independence. To the suffering Cuban refugees among us and to the enslaved people of the Cuban nation. we extend our deepest friendship and heartfelt sympathy. We have faith in you. We honor the devoted patriots who endured such great hardship to lead your people to liberty.
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