“The Cuban people still live in constant fear of a brutal totalitarian regime that has demonstrated time and again its utter disregard for basic human dignity. The fight for a free Cuba has gone on for far too long.”

Mitt Romney is a former U.S. senator and Republican presidential candidate. He served as governor of Massachusetts from 2003 to 2007 and later as the U.S. Secretary of Commerce under President George W. Bush. Known for his pragmatic approach to governance and his emphasis on fiscal responsibility, he has spoken widely on leadership, public policy, and the importance of character in public service.