Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody Introduce Resolution Supporting the Cuban People on the Fifth Anniversary of the July 11 Uprising

"Now more than ever, there is a renewed spirit of hope for a free Cuba," Senator Rick Scott said. "President Trump and Secretary Rubio have put Raúl Castro on notice by holding him accountable for his crimes and exposing to the world the true nature of the regime’s atrocities. This is what the brave Cubans who took to the streets five years ago were hoping for, and we will never forget the courage and sacrifice of those freedom fighters. I will never stop fighting for a free and democratic Cuba, nor will I stop demanding accountability from this criminal regime. That is why I am proud to once again introduce this resolution alongside Senator Moody and stand with the Cuban people as they continue their fight for 'Patria y Vida.'"

Senator Ashley Moody also praised the courage of the Cuban people.

"Five years ago, the Cuban people rose up in a wave of protests against the tyrannical communist regime that has ruled the island for more than half a century," Moody said. "The brave men and women who stood up to the regime endured beatings and torture, yet remained steadfast in demanding the fundamental rights that socialism has stripped away. The courage of the Cuban people reminds me of the resolve of our Founding Fathers, who fought for liberty 250 years ago. We are introducing this resolution not only to remind the world of the abuses committed by Cuba’s oppressive regime, but also to highlight the extraordinary power of individuals who courageously stand up to communism. I continue to commend those who fight for freedom, defend their rights, and strive for a free and democratic Cuba."

To read the full resolution, click HERE.

Senator Scott has long been one of the Senate’s leading advocates for a free Cuba and for the Cuban people, spearheading efforts to hold the island’s communist regime accountable while supporting those who continue to risk their lives in the pursuit of freedom. Since the historic July 11 protests, Scott has repeatedly called on the United States to intensify pressure on the Cuban dictatorship, defend the Cuban people’s fundamental rights, and support the cause of a free, democratic, and prosperous Cuba.

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