Amid the severe power outages affecting Cubans recently, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz has sparked controversy with his comments about the public's resilience. On Friday, Marrero visited the municipality of Gibara in Holguín, where he reiterated the regime's worn-out rhetoric of "creative alternatives" and "new projects," urging residents to "do a bit more with what we have."
"Despite the challenges, the difficulties, the issues we face with electricity and fuel, we are finding solutions, and the spirit remains high," Marrero said. He emphasized the ongoing efforts to find alternative solutions and implement new initiatives, claiming that "we are not standing still, we are moving forward, and I believe the population recognizes this, which strengthens our commitment."
A Nation in Crisis
Cuba is currently enduring a period marked by fuel shortages, inadequate power generation, food scarcity, and deteriorating services, plunging the nation into one of the worst crises in its history. Despite these hardships, the government continues to assure the public that efforts are being made to improve their quality of life, emphasizing the supposed "unity" of the people.
The prime minister's remarks have been met with skepticism, as many citizens struggle daily with the realities of these shortages. The situation underscores the growing disconnect between the government's optimistic statements and the harsh everyday experiences of the Cuban people.