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September 12, 2005
Globalization as a means to spread Democracy
Let me preface this by stating that I am only a Computer Engineer with access to a website with a high Google page-rank. That being said, let me speak my mind.
I think we should lift all tariffs and embargo bans placed on Cuba. You know, that place with the great cigars and impoverished people ruled under my buddy Fidel Castro.
I personally have no opinion as to whether communism is good or bad. However, I do know that no two countries with a McDonald's in it have ever gone to war. Our friendly Southern communist neighbor extended relief help when Katrina struck. What did we gain from turning down such an offer?
Ultimately, I feel that an outward sign of inclusion will go much farther in spreading Democracy and the freedoms it provides than the status quo. Perhaps I am just a hippy pinko softy. At least I am confident that history will absolve me.
Posted by bec at September 12, 2005 10:18 PM
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