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.

I was not chosen to be president to restore capitalism to Cuba. I was elected to defend, maintain and continue to perfect socialism, not destroy it.

No country is 100 percent free of human rights abuses.

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

Preventing a war is tantamount to winning a war.

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.

Only the Communist Party, as the institution that brings together the revolutionary vanguard and will always guarantee the unity of Cubans, can be the worthy heir of the trust deposited by the people in their leader.