He's a dictator who also violates some human rights, but compared to Batista, we're not even getting started. Wanna talk about human rights offenses? Let's talk about the US military in Guantanamo Bay.[/quote]I dunno. Why don't you list some of the Batista atrocities, and we can compare and contrast (or are you just talking out your ass?)

Also, we could try not changing the topic to Guantamo Bay, that would be a good start, since it's not getting your argument anywhere. I thought we were debating Batista v. Castro, or, at least, any "admirable" qualities that can be found in Fidel's resume.

Actually, if you were a journalist/student, you could go down there. Or, you could try (gasp) sneaking into the country! I'm sure Fidel would absolutely love the publicity of a disgrunted American teenager defecting to his communist nation. He'd get a bigger hard on than he did when he thought Elian would come back.

Dunno, is it? I mean, you're trying to spin so much, I think it's a washing machine in here.

Explain to me why Castro is worthy of admiration and respect.