In Cuba, taking into account the long fight for our independence and sovereignty, we will defend the one-party system in the face of the games, demagogy and the marketing of politics.

I read all the speeches of the pope, his commentaries, and if the pope continues this way, I will go back to praying and go back to the church, and I'm not joking.

I hope Mr. Obama has success.

As a point of fact, I am not used to making frequent appearances in public, except at times when it is required.

In Cuba we have one party, but in the U.S. there is very little difference. Both parties are an expression of the ruling class.

The notion that Cuba is the only country in the world where you can live without working must be erased forever.

In Cuba there are no drugs nor will there be.