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Obama in Cuba as It Comes in from the Cold
For the first time in almost 90 years, an American President has gone to Havana — but it's unclear how much political distance he's traveled. The Castro regime is still rounding up political dissidents, and Congress will not lift the economic embargo. We hear about a historic visit and the potential outcomes.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenFor the first time in almost 90 years, an American President has gone to Havana — but it's unclear how much political distance he's traveled. The Castro regime is still rounding up political dissidents, and Congress will not lift the economic embargo. We hear about a historic visit and the potential outcomes.
Later on the program, Donald Trump is forcing Republican Party leaders to concede they might have a “contested convention” after all—rather than rubber-stamping the will of primary voters. We hear what could happen if Trump can't get the delegates needed before the GOP gets to Cleveland.
Photo: President Barack Obama waves to people as he enters a restaurant in Havana, Cuba, Sunday, March 20, 2016. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
