Key Highlights
- “Humanity is experiencing something very complex, and (the US) is governed by a president who considers himself an emperor,” said René González, 64, one of the protesters.
- “We must show him that ideas are worth more than weapons,” he said.
- “This march is a message of our unity.
- Independence is sacred, and we will defend it tooth and nail if necessary.” Cuba’s national hymn rang out at Friday’s demonstration as large Cuban flags waved in the chilly wind and big waves broke nearby along Havana’s famed pier.
- President Miguel Díaz-Canel shook hands with members of the crowd clad in jackets and scarves before speaking to them.
