After 54 years of no diplomatic relations between Cuba and the United States, on July 20 at 10:.30 am the Cuban Embassy in Washington D.C. opened its doors.
Under the blazing sun, with temperatures exceeding 90 degrees Fahrenheit, more than 500 people gathered in the mansion at 2630 16th Street Northwest in the U.S. capital city. They were served an alcoholic stream of Cuba’s world-famous “mojito,” as well as a carnival of Cuban sandwiches (yes, that very same creole delicacy that became one of Cuba’s many exiles after so many decades of food shortages).
A number of pro-Castro Americans stood out among the guests, including actors, journalists, businessmen, academics, politicians, former politicians, diplomats, and former diplomats. However, there was not a single leader or influential citizen from the exiled, anti-Castro Cuban community to be seen, despite this group numbering over two million people in the United States. Peaceful protests against this injustice were consequently held on the street outside. But really, this exclusive approach was to be expected, as that is exactly how Castroism has managed to keep on governing: through violence and non-dialogue.
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