Fernando Bretos, marine biologist

The Embargo on Cuba Doesn't Represent American Values. But Visiting Cuba Does!

Marine biologist Fernando Bretos argues that new U.S. sanctions on Cuba deepen suffering, block scientific cooperation and threaten vital ecosystems — all while betraying core American values.

By Fernando Bretos | July 16, 2025

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