I have been following this story from the beginning. As a ESL Consultant/Educator, I have had the pleasure of working with people of various countries and ethnic groups.
To start I agree with the issue of "if he was black or Haitian". But we have to view these matters from a Cuban perspective, if we can. Now if memory serves me correctly, Mr. Gonzales and Elian spent weekends together often. Can you imagine the devestation that father felt when he realized his son was near death when rescued.
Now, as a parent, I disagree with Mr. Gonzales. Nothing and no one could keep me from going to Miami to get my child. DISCOGODDESS....you refered to the family in Miami as attention seekers (paraphrased) and I agree. However, Mr. Gonzales seemed to be enjoying living like a king for the past few weeks.
Castro took control of our country for a brief "three minutes" I feel. That is what upset me the most . Clinton, to me just seemed to passive about the entire ordeal.
I enjoy the conversation with my Sorors also.
Cuba is far cry from Matthews, NC....I am sure....May God give Elian a Peace that passes all understanding and guard his heart and mind.
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TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN....MUCH IS EXPECTED.
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