"Las Damas" are one of the most wonderful pro-human rights movement in recent history.
They are a cross section of Cuban society and focused exclusively on peaceful dissent.
They are also the target of more and more repression, as Alberto de la Cruz posted over the weekend.
We don't expect Pope Benedict to get involved in politics. However, he should meet with the faithful and that's "Las Damas". They represent everything that the faith is about, from opposing abortion in Cuba to supporting freedom for their loved ones.
Pope Benedict could legitimized "Las Damas" with a simple meeting. He could also give the dictatorship a big lift by refusing to see any of the dissidents.
Check out our conversation with Carlos Eire on Monday. Carlos wrote a letter to the Pope earlier this month. Click below for the show:
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