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Cuba’s New Crisis vs Old Scarcity | Fort Wayne News
Cuba’s sliding into another crisis, echoing the grim “Special Period” of the 90s — but this time, with a twist: internet access fuels cynicism, and the elite’s privileges stand in stark contrast to the people’s suffering. Gas and electricity shortages, sky-high prices, and crumbling rationing systems have turned daily life into a struggle. While food is available, it’s unaffordable for most. Crime and drug use are surging, and Cubans are comparing their plight to that of impoverished Americans. The government’s narrative — blaming the U.S. embargo — no longer resonates as strongly. Many see…
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