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  • February 2008

    • Don't Expect Another Cuban Revolution

      New York Times  |  Feb 25, 08 2:45 PM CST

      Don't Expect Another Cuban Revolution

      (Newser) - You won't see him wearing fatigues and making fiery speeches, but Raul Castro is expected to hew closely to brother Fidel's line. Cuba's new president is a pragmatic military man who lacks his brother's charisma and ego, the New York Times reports. Fidel is still party leader, and 31 Castro allies were reelected in uncontested races to top government positions along with him. More »

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      Cuba  • Fidel Castro  • Raul Castro  • Communist Party  • Havana  • Cuban National Assembly

    • Raul Castro Is New Cuban Prez

      Miami Herald  |  Feb 24, 08 1:33 PM CST

      Raul Castro Is New Cuban Prez

      (Newser) - Raul Castro will succeed long-ruling brother Fidel as the president of Cuba, reports the Miami Herald , after members of the National Assembly voted today. The current defense minister and first VP of the national committee, 76, was the only candidate endorsed by a nominating committee, and his ascent is expected to keep the country on its Communist path, reports the AFP. More »

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      Cuba  • Fidel Castro  • Raul Castro  • Communism  • Cuban National Assembly

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