The 90day trial period given to TV Marti will expire on June 25. at which time the President will have 30 days to issue a report and recommendation as to whether or not to continue the program. According to the results of an Independent study of TV Martis .tignal strengths. over 273.000 or 28 percent of the Cuban households in the primary targets area for TV Marti appear to be able to receive TV Marti on an occasional basis. This study was based on interviews obtained primarily from Cuban tourists. 68 percent. but it also Included emigrees. 12 percent. political refugees. 20 percent. and other recent arrivals from Cuba. This information clearly shows that the TV Marti program is not only technically feasible. but that its delivery system. despite Fidel Castros aggressive efforts to Jam the signal. is successful. Many of us will encourage the President to support this worthwhile program. which has opened up the eyes of thousands of Cuban people by broadcasting the first uncensored images to my native Cuba.
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