I think we are presented with a staggering contradiction.
On the one hand, we are told by liberal radical types, that socialism/communism is a superior system, a better way of structuring the economy and society.
On the other hand, we are told that Cuba has struggled so much, and the people are poor, because of the trade embargo imposed by America.
If communism is such a superior system, and capitalism is alleged to be evil, in the leftist view, then how could a communist country such as Cuba, be hurt by a trade embargo from an evil capitalist country???
I always reply to them that they can trade with every other country except the USA. Why would it be hurting them not to trade with us?