CUBA

Oligarchy

Cuba

General OverviewCentralized control of the market.

Provides the citizens with free education and healthcare.

Private ownership of media companies is forbidden.

Rule of LawCitizens have the right to over throw the government.

Leaders and officials must follow the law.

Fairness of the Law and its ExecutionAll citizens have equal rights and

duties.

Discrimination will be punished by law.

Equal pay for equal work.

Every accused person has the right to a defense.

Due Process of LawAll legally recognized civil liberties can be denied to anyone who opposes the decision of the Cuban people to build socialism.

Superior courts are in every providence and they review final appeals

Respect for Economic Right

No protection for property

Strong government regulation of economy

Type of Governing Body

Dictatorship

Interesting or Unique Statements or ProvisionNo ill person will lack medical attention

No child will lack school, food, or clothing

No family lack a comfortable home

Structure of government

Executive BranchLegislative BranchJudicial BranchMunicipalities

Power of the Branches

The National Assembly of the People’s Power:

Is the only legislative authority

They decide on approving, changing, and annulling laws

Term Limits

5 years

Number of Members601

If and How the People are Represented The people have little rights

Process for ElectionsNomination of municipal candidates by

voters.

Secret Ballot

Executive power is elected by the National Assembly

Major Issues facing CubaViolate Human Rights

U.S. has had an embargo on Cuba since 1960