Recent Hurricane Damage Calls Cuba Embargo Into Question

With the recent hurricanes that have ravaged the Cuban Islands, many people are questioning America's 47-year long embargo against the country. In Miami especially, people are hoping the embargo will soon fall so the small island nation can receive all the help possible. The weather has made the debate over the embargo even more urgent; not only is the country weaker due to the volatility of the government, it has now been battered by hurricanes on multiple occasions. The Bush administration does not share the feelings of more moderate groups that are hoping for changes, and are only planning to send up to $250,000 to the island. Many polls show that a majority of Cuban-Americans favor loosening the restrictions that are currently in place...will the recent hurricanes have any impact on the course of Cuban - American relations? Doubtful...but only time will tell.

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