Cuban attitudes toward Castro range from devout to cynical

Name: Cuban attitudes toward Castro range from devout to cynical
Uploaded: 1970-01-01T00:00:00Z
Duration: P457S
Description: In the week following Fidel Castro’s death, reactions have been mixed among those who remember his reign or are still influenced by it. For many, Castro was a symbol of Cuba's hope, following the Batista dictatorship, for strong leadership in a new era of prosperity. But for others, his legacy represents unfulfilled promises and relentless control. Special correspondent Nick Schifrin reports.

Clip: Season 2016 | 7m 37s

In the week following Fidel Castro’s death, reactions have been mixed among those who remember his reign or are still influenced by it. For many, Castro was a symbol of Cuba's hope, following the Batista dictatorship, for strong leadership in a new era of prosperity. But for others, his legacy represents unfulfilled promises and relentless control. Special correspondent Nick Schifrin reports.

Aired: 12/02/16

Expired: 01/01/17

Rating: NR

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