Richard Burgon MP spoke at Stop the War’s recent International Anti-War Conference. You can read an edited version of his speech below.
Tag: Cuba
Hands off Cuba: UNISON demands removal of Cuba from the US State Sponsors of Terrorism list
A motion was brought at national delegate conference to renew UNISON’s support for the Cuban cause.
MPs, Lords and Trade Union Leaders Say No to Trump’s War on Cuba – Cuba Solidarity Campaign
They called on the government to publicly oppose US aggression, defend international law and support Cuba's right to self-determination.
Against Trump’s Indictment of Raul Castro! – European Left
"Cuba is not a threat. The threat is imperialism, which punishes, blockades, sanctions & persecutes peoples that refuse to submit."
Venezuela’s Governing Party Calls for an International Front to Defend Cuba
"We must stand together immediately, politically and diplomatically, to deter the attempt to create a forced “humanitarian crisis” scenario in Cuba"
May Day: International Trade Unions Say Hands Off Cuba!
"Trade unions around the world have been forthright in their support for Cuba and against Trump gangsterism."
Trump’s Cuba threats are real, so must be the world’s solidarity – Red Weekly Column
“For over 60 years, Cuba has stood for a better future for the majority of humanity. Now, we must stand with Cuba.”
Over 100 MPs Say No to Trump’s Aggressions Against Cuba
The MPs voiced their grave concern at Trump’s latest assault on Cuba, calling on the British government to act in the face of an impending humanitarian crisis.
Nuestra América Convoy leaves for Cuba
"Together, we can break the siege, save lives, and stand up for the cause of Cuban self-determination."
Cuba fights US sanctions with sunshine and grit – Greener Jobs Alliance
"The tightened siege on Cuba by the US is an attack on one of the world’s most sustainable societies by one of the least."