Why the embargo
In specific reply to Rich's question, the answer is: South Florida politics. You may recall we had a recent presidential election in which Florida was crucial. The Cuban Americans, exiles from Castro's Cuba, can deliver a large block of votes to the candidate who can win their support. Cuban Americans believe that the embargo hurts Castro and helps the cause of the exiles who want to overthrow him. The Republicans have been steadfast in supporting the embargo and the Cuban Americans have never forgiven Kennedy's abandonment at the Bay of Pigs.It is interesting that the charges are dropped only after the election.
In specific reply to Rich's question, the answer is: South Florida politics. You may recall we had a recent presidential election in which Florida was crucial. The Cuban Americans, exiles from Castro's Cuba, can deliver a large block of votes to the candidate who can win their support. Cuban Americans believe that the embargo hurts Castro and helps the cause of the exiles who want to overthrow him. The Republicans have been steadfast in supporting the embargo and the Cuban Americans have never forgiven Kennedy's abandonment at the Bay of Pigs.It is interesting that the charges are dropped only after the election.