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this makes me glad blogs were invented. if this is truly fidel castro's blog, it is fascinating. I don't agree with the majority of the decisions he has made a s a leader, but there is no doubt he is a thoughtful man. Having a vision into what makes him tick...available on your computer or phone any time day or night...kind of remarkable.

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I was watching the documentary series Cold War, which is brilliant in that it is full of first-hand accounts in interviews with people that were at all the important meetings and events.

Some of my favorite moments were the bits from Castro's interviews. "Thoughtful man" is a great description. It was fascinating to see him describing events from his view, and he was captivating to listen to even in a language I had to read subtitles to understand.

I agree, it is an incredible look into the mind of this leader. Whether you agree with his ideologies or not, it is a fascinating read. (just spent better part of an hour going through each of his posts)

You can agree or disagree with his ideologies - but you can't agree or disagree with putting innocents in jail, killing people, ...

>you can't agree or disagree with putting innocents in jail, killing people

Yeah, you can. It depends on your own personal philosophy, but the most common idea where this could be supported is (a slightly extreme version of) the greater good, or perhaps if you believe that the ends justify the means.

Disclaimer: I know very little about Cuba and Castro. Just being argumentative.

Did u called him a "leader"? his real title is "tyrant"

People often respect the worst because it makes them feel good.

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