WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, on the fourth anniversary of the historic ‘Patria y Vida’ protests on July 11th, Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody led a resolution commending the brave freedom-loving people of Cuba and condemning the illegitimate communist Cuban regime for their wrongful imprisonment, inhumane abuse and persecution of Cubans standing for a new day of freedom and democracy. Senator Scott previously introduced this resolution alongside then-Senator and now Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Senator Rick Scott said, “We join in solidarity with the people of Cuba and its brave freedom fighters to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the ‘Patria y Vida’ movement – when the brave Cuban people took to the streets to speak out against the illegitimate, Communist Cuban regime. For years, Biden’s dangerous appeasement policies meant turning a blind eye to the atrocities and oppression of the illegitimate Castro/Díaz-Canel regime as they kidnaped, tortured, and killed peaceful political protestors for daring to speak against them, including children and leaders like José Daniel Ferrer, who continues to be held and subjected to daily torture. Now, the Cuban people have renewed hope with President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio working to hold the regime accountable and end the weak appeasement, and I am proud to stand firmly with them and the Cuban people to call for ‘Patria y Vida.’”

Senator Ashley Moody said, “On July 11, 2021, courageous Cubans across the island rose up, chanting “Patria y Vida” — homeland and life — to demand freedom, dignity, and basic human rights. Today, and every day, we honor their bravery and reaffirm the U.S. stands with those who fight for liberty.”

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