EAP 1585 Assignment: Comparison/Contrast Name: Yamisela Miranda Date: 04/026/2019 Cuba and Venezuela: Similarities and Differences Living in a multicultural country like the United States, where there are immigrants from all over the place, some are political refugees, others because of religious conflicts, and others following economic interests, it is very common hearing people debating and . On the surface, excitement is melting glaciers on both sides of the Florida Straits. U.S. relations with Cuba have been strained ever since. In United States, that number is 19,924 km. The main difference is that the republican model creates a feeling of belonging: one people and one nation. Criteria for identifying a nation must be simplistic and stereotyped, in order to clearly mark identities, the differences between distinct peoples and the similarities binding the members of a same people. However, intense miscegenation and cultural sharing between Blacks and Whites oriented the Cuban people towards Latin America. Modern nation-states build up ethnicity aiming at the union of the people. Just like Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors took America by surprise with their instant and unexpected success, Jazz music became, After helping Cuba gain independence, the United States had an opportunity to annex the island and make it a state. Beijing Olympics Medal Count. This happens when ethnic movements identify themselves with so-called anti-imperialist interests. Because they have so many things to do. In Cuba, groceries are rationed. Answer (1 of 3): There are many similarities between the US and Venezuela for the simple fact that we are within the sphere of influence of the first and - obviously until the arrival of Chavez - was an important strategic ally in Latin America. The Socialist Party remains in power, the state dominates the economy, and murals depicting the face of the long-dead revolutionary Che Guevara still appear on city walls. Being too direct is clumsy. Through the nineteenth century, America concentrated on conquering the West from the Natives, and to remain in isolation from the foreign sectors of the world. In the meantime, change is likely to happen only in fits and starts. The union of different Indian tribes along common political fronts has been an important recent step towards the conquest of the right to ethnic difference. Slavery is an longstanding human practice, that stretches far back into our world's history. Canadians are one of the most loved individuals in the world. There was intense miscegenation and as elsewhere in Latin America the mixed-bloods were considered Mulattos or White, contrasting with the US, where they were and still are classified as Blacks. The World Factbook. He urges the United States to end the blockade, especially as both . As Cuba and the U.S. renew our old friendship, Americans seeking adventure are flocking to Cuba. It is, also, the case of the Chiapas Indian movement in Mexico. The Communist Partys next congress in April 2016 may offer some telling signs of whether Cubas regime is ready to tackle another round of reforms. The Cuban cult of African origin, Santeria, very like Afro-Brazilian cults, features the association of African deities with Catholic saints. Remittances from foreign countries. The native professional elite, mainly integrated by lawyers, doctors, managers, public servants, landowners and entrepreneurs, began a process of intense integration with the new North American elite that settled the island. A trade embargo against Cuba that was imposed in 1960 is still in place today. Thus, from this, we can see that both countries are improving their global relations and adapting in the global economy through the amount of trade they do, as well as the number of deals and partnerships they have with other countries. Further support for this thesis may be drawn from the present-day Brazilian Amazon, where illegal slavery has nothing to do with skin color. The North-American political and cultural matrix is currently exported to countries like Brazil through the diffuse influence of North-American Culture and through mass media. 1:07 pm. Cubans receive free healthcarebut doctors and supplies remain limited. Food and drink > Alcohol > Alcohol consumed from > Beer. As Spanish and African immigrants settled into the new land, they brought with them their distinct cultures, traditions, and history. The right to difference is a defining feature of the democratic state. 1998 Sur les ruses de la raison imperialiste in Actes de Editors Note:For changes in U.S.-Cuba relations to occur, Ted Piccone argues, both Washington and Havana need to overcome significant barriers. Interestingly, waiters, chamber maids and others in service professions often earn more than doctors, thanks to tourists tips! But Cuba does look much different today than it did ten or 20 years ago, or even as recently as, With the United States being Canadas only neighbor, comparisons and similarities have been made regarding all forms of the two nations for many years. Foreign hotel managers racism, on the other hand, may be fought by on-the-spot measures. Becoming communist was not the best choice in order for them to achieve success as a country., With the human civilization is progressing, there are several kinds of political system appeared in the world. When examining the cultures of Venezuela and the United States there are some aspects of each that make them unique and special. American's do not typically associate their own history with Africa's, but once presented with the similarities between the two are impossible to overlook. Several organized political movements supported by NGOs funded by American foundations act towards this objective, fitting in well with Bourdieu and Wacquants New Vulgate[7]. White militias were organized in different regions after a surge of racial hysteria. In the US race became an invincible barrier. At first glance, Cubas basic political and economic structures appear as durable as the midcentury American cars still roaming its streets. In Cuba, on the other hand, 4.1 children do as of 2022. be 89.5% more likely to die during childbirth. $199 deposit available on select packages. Your total price will vary based upon options you select during the booking process. The two most exclusive social clubs on the Island, located in the two larger cities, Havana and Santiago, reacted to the visit of Dictator Fulgencio Batista, not because he was a dictator but because he was a Mulatto. Anastasio Somoza was the dictator for Nicaragua. The main questions asked by the moderator were about Casa de las Americas, identity, and Cuban society and quality of life. All Cubans, rich or poor, White or Black were (and still are) classified as non white, carrying all the prejudice that term non White bears in American English semantics. The Cuban revolution was also a cultural revolution. This was particularly the case with its relationships with Latin America. Cubas close to the U.S. geographically, but not necessarily culturally. Helping the Cubans would, When the Monroe Doctrine was first implemented many Americans felt a sense of duty. Cuba spends 12.8% of its total GDP on education as of 2010. Churches, Hindu Temples, Buddhist Temples and Mosques peacefully co-exist. These are the cases of the United States, Brazil and Cuba. However as time went on America slowly became a country hungry for power, materials, and most of all land. Washington:OEA. It is the updating of traditional American racism by its transformation into democratic virtue. This is a true paradigm for anthropological and sociological knowledge. There could be no better evidence of political fragility than giving up a century-long successful cultural project and moving to racist politics. Differences: In 2022, Russian Federation scaled up the invasion of Ukraine that started in 2014. Agricultural product fell rapidly limiting the amount of food available to ration for the population. Cubas painfully slow process of economic reform a result of bureaucratic inertia and elite anxiety over losing control is failing to attract the foreign investment necessary for growth, leading international businesses to look for better opportunities elsewhere. The rikimbili was a bike fixed with a small engine that allowed for easy transportation while using very little fuel.6 Petroleum imports were extremely low and having a low fuel consuming motor bike was vital to recovering Cuba. Additionally, Borneo has a large Filipino population that tend to be Christian. United States foreign policy, since the Cold War, has been driven by ideology: good versus evil, capitalism versus communism, and democracy versus totalitarianism. 337 Words. China lies thousands of miles away from the United States while Cuba is just 90 miles away from U.S. shores. We also provide a more detailed climate comparison of both countries. Wages are lower in Cuba, but so are many costs. The states enjoy a reputation for advanced medical carebut health insurance gaps create debt for many Americans. Three hundred eighty-five adolescents aged 13 to 18 years ("M" = 15.57, SD = 0.95 . Multiculturalism became a new politically correct way to practice race discrimination. See additional terms & conditions. Since 1965, the state has been governed by . The statistics above were calculated using the following data sources: Cuban communication includes many gestures. Nevertheless there are, at least, two important recent books on the subject that deserve academic attention. It is necessary to know how differences and similarities in culture can impact leadership, especially in a large organization. Despite the warm to hot climate on the island, the weather in America varies greatly and changes with the seasons in the majority of places. 685 924 km. There were no ghettos or segregated Black or White neighborhoods. In Cuba people are struggling to survive because the system does not work. Verbal communication is only one of many ways to communicate. In recent decades, globalization, dissemination of the American cultural matrix and the rise of political dependence led the state to multiculturalism and to radical affirmative action policies. In Cuba, gestures are frequently used to convey meaning. Location. This results in a unique, interesting and flavorful blend of the several different, settlements. This is the case of the present mobilization of Andean Indians towards the state monopoly of water, gas and oil. In some academic works the description of Cuban society becomes distorted because of a furious political ideological bias. From there it is only one step to criticizing the Cuban state for not taking measures like Affirmative Action to compensate a supposedly new and growing racist tide. America was a place where Cubans could fulfill their dreams of being successful and achieving stardom (Perez Jr., 173). Cuba boasts a higher rate of home ownership overall. Resorting to using cheap tricks and methods to provoke another country to go into a war that they will surely lose against the United States. 3 times more than Cuba. (Close Up Foundation) The Cuban Democracy Act, passed, Ans. Classic Marxism has always been unable to deal properly with ethnic differences. Cuba and Spain are two drastically different countries in regards to climate, economy and resources, but share many similarities with each other across other aspects such as ethnicity and education. The United States takes up far more land than Cuba. Colombia and Cuba differ. Despite the very strict Spanish ethnic policy towards Mexican and Andean Indian populations, relationships in the slave plantation systems of Colombia, Venezuela and Cuba were close to the Brazilian. Cuba. Schools standardized a unique national language and taught a version of national history which emphasized a past shared by all citizens. Poland is cold, dark and romantic. Politics is fundamentally about how society and its people are organised in and for public life. On the streets of Havana, these new visitors will experience firsthand a surprisingly friendly welcome and increasingly frank criticism of Cubas aging regime and fraying social safety net. Quote: Originally Posted by chikid. It is a significant departure from the French Revolutions concept of the republican state. In Cuba, 24.6% of adults are obese as of 2016. Despite severe economic suffering and increasing isolation from the world community, Castro remains committed to communism. Housing in Cuba is subsidized, and families generally take in members who would otherwise have nowhere to go. 4- I am very proud of my Ph D from the University of Florida, with Charles Wagley. Nothing super extreme, mind you, but others have cited differences. (1), Cuba, which exemplified a prime example of Spanish imperialism, saw an increasing rate of dissatisfaction with Spanish rule amongst its people. 3. Black and White elites display their cultural orientation towards the US by importing American style racism and racial policies. 1.990%. In United States, that number is 36.2% of people as of 2016. Eastern Asia, bordering the East China Sea, Korea Bay, Yellow Sea, and South China Sea, between North Korea and Vietnam. Tough repression by the local government was a way to avoid the engagement of US marines in an internal Cuban conflict. California had the five highest gubernatorial salaries in 2018 at $201,680 (and) New York at $200,000. diplomatic representation in Cuba is handled by the United States Embassy in Havana, and there is a similar Cuban Embassy in Washington, D.C. There are three national situations in the Americas defined by cultural projects, by state power and by public policies applied to building ethnicity as a political category. What was the trade between Cuba and the US? Well recognized for their prohibitive value on tradition, order, and historical continuity and distinguished by the importance placed on group interests, rather than individual. The ghetto community is the social basis of the Black church, of soul food and of Black music. Nevertheless, linguistic uniformity happened in England just as in France. The governors. A century later the war between the two people had already cost about two million lives. (Close Up Foundation) For almost forty years, the United States has not imported any Cuban products, nor allowed any American food, medical supplies, or capital to enter Cuba. There are recent developments such as the joint exploitation with China of the large amounts of nickel located on the island. North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico. The ideal way of communicating is getting a message across by speaking indirectly and hinting at the issue. The similarities these three conquistadors had were that they all had a purpose, which was to become rich by encountering gold by any means necessary and obtaining land or become colonizers of these places. Afro-Cubans like the African head wrap, or bandana, which began to surface, creating an individualized look of cultures that's uniquely Cuban. This may be changing, though. Their political system prevents insurance companies from overcharging their consumers. Like most poor Whites, they saw the PIC as a challenge to national unity. There are many similarities between traveling in Mexico and the United States. For this reason, state-sponsored measures are taken in todays Brazil to make race a relevant issue in the common biological North-American sense. How big is Cuba compared to United States? Two recent pieces of legislation have tightened the economic restrictions on Cuba. But before even talking about the Spanish influences on the region, first one must explain what exactly does the word culture mean. The prohibition of the veil in public schools led to the banning of crucifixes or any other religious symbols in those same schools. Such identity traits make the people imagine their nation as a larger community than the one which physically surrounds them (see Benedict Anderson, 1983). Even if they do not know you, they will say hi to you. Cuba spends 11.3% of its total GDP on healthcare as of 2019. Lpez Obrador told Biden that the United States had done little to support development in Latin America since President John F. Kennedy's "Alliance for Progress" spending in the early 1960s. National cultural projects stem from a very deep level in European cultures. 1.1. Cuba had Fulgencio Batista as their dictator. Explore similarities and differences. Participants. Rachel M Mims. Communism defuncting in Russia hurt socialist states as they lost their leading source of economic relief. Let us start with how they greet each other. Seymour Martin Lipset tries to explain the difference between Canada and the United States in the 1980s through different aspects, such as religion, economy, culture and politics. Both countries have a rich history and diverse culture, which can be seen in the architecture, art, and food. While the Presidency is of course beholden to constructs of political normativity subjective to the era they presided in, by choosing two POTUS from the same era, we can more adequately synthesize comparable actions and philosophies between the two. These include cultural obstacles, historical distrust, and elite opinions on both sides. The reason is the strength of White kinship networks and the racism of foreign hotel managers who, applying their own good appearance criterion, would hire only Whites. However, I don't think Costa Rica would score highly like America on the Indulgence scale, seeing as how Costa Rica is a modest and conservative country.Some potential conflict that may arise with America doing business with Costa Rica could stem from differences in Individualism and Masculinity. I broke down and had a burger was declared in 1821 and the States. Thus, the right to difference does not mean necessarily cultural distance, but just a different identity. Cuba and United States living comparison. His main audience he was talking to was the Cuban people, but nationally some of Americans and more importantly Cuban-Americans may have mixed views about President Obama decision to go to Cuba. Seymour Martin Lipset tries to explain the difference between Canada and the United States in the 1980s through different aspects, such as religion, economy, culture and politics. Though each American president has unquestionably left their own unique legacy from their time in office, when comparing leaders from similar times, certain consistencies can present themselves. The rise of jazz music helped promote African-American culture. According to Tim Stobierski (November 12, 2019),''cross-communication is the process of recognizing both differences and similarities among cultural groups to effectively engage within a given context''. 5- Such a role of diversity began, in Brazil, with the ideas of the Villas-Boas brothers and Darcy Ribeiro, in the fifties. Religion is the main identity mark in countries like Ireland, Serbia, Bosnia and the Muslim states. However, a compromise was reached through the concept of multiculturalism, which considers desirable different peoples or nations living in the same territory and sharing the same state. This was the startup of a long-term battle for the Puerto Ricans that has drastically affected their identity as well as their political views and, (Berg) The smooth music from New Orleans was a big part of why African American culture was accepted and promoted in the American culture at large by the 1920s. (Berg 7). Also, Whites are said to be employed in the best jobs available in tourism. When Cuba demanded the Nationalisation of US owned industries and agrarian reforms, which were very vital for the nations development and eradicating poverty. It 100% feels like a part of the United States. Cultural Congress in UM ICCAS, Dec 6, 2015 Miami, Fl. They will be discussed throughout this paper. Methods: A cross-cultural comparison was conducted among study participants from China, Germany, and the United States . At Havanas thriving nightclubs and restaurants, Cubans with jobs in the tourist economy, or with generous family connections, are up on Hollywoods latest movies and TV and Miamis newest bands. American Studies, University of California. For some US authors, Cuban Whites would explain such Income differences by claiming race superiority. Lenins attempt in his Theory of Nationalities was not successful. There are two ways to complement income that would affect race relations, according to authors like De la Fuente (op.cit. Cubans also have a monthly basic food basket. The people of the community are informed that there is an elsewhere, but they know nothing about this place, except for the fact that this is where somebody would go if they happened to be released. Elsewhere in the Community is similar to other countries, such as the United States, in Cuba; They know this place exists but will be harshly punished for trying to travel to it., The CESPA Roundtable Discussion on Cuba was about the five professors insights on questions about Cuba moderated by Dr. Jorge Garcia. The speech I picked was the Remarks by President Obama to the people of Cuba, which was given out this March, at the Gran Teatro de la Habana in Havana, Cuba. Los Angeles: Center For Afro- When it comes to the geographic distribution of their students, American universities take the cake often boasting student populations from around the country and world. United States had President Truman to lead the country and so that the country won't fall apart. The differences among America's traditional regions, or culture areas, tend to be slight and shallow as compared with such areas in most older, more stable countries. Belgium United States; Country name: conventional long form: Kingdom of Belgium conventional short form: Belgium local long form: Royaume de Belgique (French)/Koninkrijk Belgie (Dutch)/Koenigreich Belgien (German) local short form: Belgique/Belgie/Belgien etymology: the name derives from the Belgae, an ancient Celtic tribal confederation that inhabited an area between the English Channel and . Press. What changes are affective classifications and solidarity patterns among peoples and nations, whose frontiers are, in both cases, artificially established. In United States, on the other hand, 5.2 children do as of 2022. be 23.0% more likely to have internet access. Drawing on interviews with teachers, principals, and policymakers, as well as hours of videotaped . Because of the islands proximity and climatic similarity to Florida, and Miamis large Cuban population, Miami and Cuba enjoy several cultural similarities. They even founded a Black political party called Partido Indepediente de Color- PIC (Independent Party of Colored People) for the protection of Blacks against the mounting racist wave which followed North American cultural and economic invasion. Surprisingly, perhaps, American cooking often uses more spice. Once Congress lifts the ban on tourist travel, a flood of Americans will follow, driving demand by U.S. travel, banking, and food companies to get in on the action. " (Desipio, 2000, p. 296). The lately unified Italy a national language was achieved only in the Mussolini era is very far from France in terms of national cohesion. Today these remittances are an important source of income. [8] The University of Brasilia has created a sort of Race purity committee to choose candidates who fit racial quotas. An important difference between those systems and the US Southern plantation ethnicity was the acceptance of the Mulatto in the upper social ranks. Only a small minority in the British Islands still speaks Celtic languages. These official papers could be useful for Mulatto children of wealthy plantation owners. I have often said that in the USA life is easy, in Poland life is beautiful. Past scarcities made meat a valued commodity, and fresh produce, though abundant, has traditionally cost handsomely. 18.9 C. It has played an enormous role in determining countries economic and cultural past and future. Cuban-American culture presents another stumbling block to meaningful change. In such a context, the respect for difference argument wraps culture and poverty in the same package. Whites live in their neighborhoods and Blacks live in their ghettos. The most important cultural aspects that Cuba has is its music. Cuba went through a, Bolero reaches Puerto Rico Music Scene 1988 Castro, the Blacks and Africa. People try to go to USA, legally or illegally, for a better life. In United States, approximately 91.0% of the population has internet access as of 2020. Both countries experience poverty, but Cuba sees little homelessness. The English Protestant position is based upon the premise of exclusion. North-Americans were not successful in reaching such an objective because of racism. Each group has its own language and other unique cultural characteristics. But in order to achieve meaningful and lasting change in U.S.-Cuba relations, both sides must tackle a much deeper layer of cultural obstacles lying in the path toward rapprochement. III Multiculturalism and crisis in the Brazilian Cultural Project. Overall, the president's remarks appeal for the a new era of mutual respect and cooperation between Cuba and the United States. The difference between the two people was very small by the end of the nineteenth century. Join the Elsewhere community and ask a question about Cuba. To this end, we will, Cuba's Relations with Latin America The new revolutionary elite held the popular Latin-American viewpoint which minimized race as a criterion for the classification of human beings, even if recognizing the existence of prejudice that must be overcome. Cuba until the nineteenth century followed the widespread ethnic system found in the Hispanic and Portuguese plantation colonies in the Americas. Cuban-Americans have long held intense feelings about their ancestral country, and deep issues of identity will continue to evolve as the political situation shifts. Moreover, it has negotiated a number of deals, and policies, such as The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). There were several massacres of Blacks by the Cuban army. Once industrialized and more robust, it began looking for markets and colonies overseas. There was conflict between Spain and the United States. Travel protection premiums may be credited to your new tour provided: no claim is filed; (no vendor penalties such as Air, sea or rail etc have been incurred); and your new trip departs within 1 year of the cancellation of your original tour. This includes not only the emerging and still struggling sector of licensed small businesses necessary to absorb state workers, but also opposition activists whose basic political and civil rights the government continues to deny. The World Factbook. At the very least, they will nod in your direction as a sign of greeting. Explore similarities and differences. Multiculturalist rhetoric masks the high incidence of poverty, unemployment and drug dealing among Blacks. If I could write about anything it would be about the cultural differences between Mexico and United States. Small values by American standards, like U$ 100. The chosen were previously appointed, as Weber realized. The lowest gubernatorial salaries were in Maine at $70,000 and Colorado at $90,000 in 2018. 100. Income differences arising from the remittances from abroad may be considered from an ethnic viewpoint, but this is not the most important one. By logging in or registering, you agree to our. The situation changed after the Belgians colonizers imposed differences between the two people registered in official ID cards. This is true, even if there are no ethnic groups to be opposed without having previously demarcated their frontier. In Born in Blood and Fire: A Concise History of Latin America, John Charles Chasteen supports the argument that Latin America's problems developed due to, and Iraq Area. In United States, there are 12.3 babies per 1,000 people as of 2022. be 25.2% more likely to die during infancy. U.S. foriegn policy during the cold war was great degree dictated by the struggle against communism. Individuals and groups of people are abused in Colombia. Despite a series of polls demonstrating significant majorities of Cuban-Americans, Latinos, and Floridians favoring renewed diplomatic relations and a lifting of the embargo, all signals suggest it is unlikely in the short term. However, the idea of race is still associated with religion, taken as one of the central criteria for American contemporary race distinctions. One can talk about the Mineiro people (from the state of Minas Gerais) or the carioca people (from the city of Rio de Janeiro), about Indian people or the Aweti or the Karaja (Indian groups) people. Spaniards began colonizing in Cuba after Christopher Columbus discovered the island in 1492. Unemployment is very low in Cuba and there is universal access to the excellent educational and health systems. Unlike in past eras, key agents who traditionally have stood in the way of change are now in play. Cultural similarities and differences in Nigeria. 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