As this NPR story explains the Bush administration is making it harder for Cuba Americans to visit their home country. Whereas they were able to visit their families in Cuba once per year, now they'll only be able to go once *every three years*.
Apparently, Bush and company believe their embargo against one man, Fidel Castro, is more important that these families maintaining their family ties.
The adminstration's new policy has outraged many, but it may play well amongst some in Florida in an election year. (Remember the particular importance of Florida last time 'round?)
Ironically, Congress voted last year *to drop* the broader ban on all travel to Cuba that prevents you and me from going there. Now, Bush has decided he doesn't even want Cuban Americans going there too often.
I thought America had moved beyond a "reds under the bed" sort of mentality. Apparently, many of Bush's constituents have not.
Of course, Bush's ploy may backfire.
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