00:00The Sunday United States Congressman Smart Pocan announced the effects of the economic blockade imposed by Washington against Cuba
00:06after witnessing them first-hand during a recent visit to Havana.
00:11The lawmaker said he was able to see first-hand the difficulties faced by the people,
00:15especially in accessing electricity, food, and other essential services.
00:19In this regard, he described the sanctions policy as inhumane,
00:22arguing that its consequences directly impacted the people's quality of life.
00:26His statements revived the debate on the humanitarian impact of the blockade
00:31and could lead to new statements within the U.S. Congress regarding Washington's policy toward the island.
