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Congressional Record—Senate S888 S888 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 11, 2014 meeting with the Cuban government on bi- that we have much to gain by jettisoning hospital. Expecting our veterans to lateral issues like fighting drugs and smug- this Cold War relic. commute this far after these coura- gling—the margin is more than 61 percent. f geous men and women have already Challenging conventional wisdom that Flo- risked their lives in the defense of this ridians—and especially the state’s large ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS Cuban-American population—are in lockstep country is simply unacceptable. with the embargo, the poll finds stronger I have always said that West Virginia support for normalization in Florida (63 per- LITTLE COUNTRY THEATRE is one of the most patriotic states in cent) than in the country overall (56 per- this great Nation, and we are so proud ∑ Ms. HEITKAMP. Madam President, I cent). A full 67 percent of Floridians support of the number of veterans and Active- am pleased to honor and recognize the removing all restrictions for Americans to Duty members who have served with Little Country Theatre at North Da- travel to Cuba, and 82 percent favor meetings honor and distinction. Upon returning with the Cuban government on issues of mu- kota State University as it celebrates home, they truly deserve the absolute tual concern. its 100th anniversary. best care and treatment that is avail- Simply put: The state that reportedly once Founded in 1914 by a small group of had the greatest reluctance to re-engage has able. That is why we have made it our drama students, the Little Country reversed its position. top priority to bring this clinic to Theatre has inspired, challenged, and Having jailed political opponents, Cuba has serve the veterans in Mercer County educated countless students, faculty, a political climate that is far from free. The and the surrounding communities with Cuban government continues to hold former and community members across North quality care. USAID subcontractor Alan Gross in prison. Dakota. Today, the Little Country The Cuban government has inched toward Theatre is well recognized and re- The mobile health clinic will be an loosening its grip on the island’s economy. spected for its diverse programming extension of the Beckley VA Medical Despite that, however, the Cuban people con- and for bringing the gift of theater to Center, and it will be initially sta- tinue to live under a repressive regime. tioned in Bluefield, WV. As long it is However, it would appear that a standard the public. Over the last 100 years, the Little utilized by area veterans, we can count of 100 percent political alignment with the on this facility to stay in southern United States before allowing freedom of Country Theatre has presented hun- travel or economic activity with another dreds of plays throughout North Da- West Virginia for years to come. country is only applied to Cuba. For in- kota. It is celebrating its 100th season I especially want to emphasize the ef- stance, U.S.-China trade topped $500 billion with several special events, including forts of one very special West Virginian in 2011, and we granted permanent normal- the screening of a documentary on the who has dedicated the past 18 years to ized trade relations to Russia in 2012. Amer- helping the veterans of southern West ican tourists visit both countries without re- rich history of the theater, its faculty, its leaders and its impact on the com- Virginia—Al Hancock. His leadership striction. It is easy to see why most Ameri- and commitment to the betterment of cans now oppose our frozen-in-time policies munity. In addition, the group will be toward Cuba. performing classic stories such as the veteran community is truly why Trade with Latin America is the fastest Oklahoma and Shakespeare’s Love’s this mobile clinic will open its doors growing part of our international commerce. Labour’s Lost and hosting many today. In 2014, economic growth in Latin America is thought-provoking discussions. Throughout his life and still today, expected to continue to outpace U.S. growth. The Little Country Theatre is a fix- Al has answered the call of service— Rather than isolate Cuba with outdated poli- ture on the North Dakota State Uni- whether it was serving our great Na- cies, we have isolated ourselves. tion or helping the people of West Vir- For example, the presidents of our Latin versity campus and serves as an impor- American partners, including close allies tant hub for current students by help- ginia. He is a retired teacher and a re- such as Colombia and Mexico, recently trav- ing them understand the great value of tired Air Force veteran who served two eled to Cuba alongside the U.N. secretary theater and performance art. But its tours in Vietnam. general. In January, Brazil joined Cuba in in- impact can be felt well beyond the A proud and passionate leader, he augurating a huge new shipping terminal on stage and campus. It has spread the joy was the chairman of the retired mili- the island. And our European and Canadian of the theater to rural communities tary support group and he led discus- friends engage with Cuba. Meanwhile, U.S. sions among over 250 veterans about companies are prohibited from any economic across the State, while inspiring the activity on the island. next generation of actors and ac- the issues concerning them most. He Just about the only beneficiary of our em- tresses. I am proud to acknowledge and talked with fellow veterans, their bargo has been Cuba’s current regime. The honor this significant milestone for the spouses, and their families regularly. embargo actually has helped the Castros Little Country Theatre. One issue that continued to arise was maintain their grip on power by providing a I ask the Senate to join me in con- the need for more accessible health reliable and convenient scapegoat for Cuba’s gratulating the Little Country Theatre care. After more than 150 letters sent failing economy. Change will come to Cuba. to the local newspaper and issuing a These counterproductive U.S. policies have on its first 100 years and in wishing delayed it. continued success in the future.∑ petition containing more than 3,000 President Obama has already relaxed some f resident signatures, he provided a voice facets of our Cuba policy, lifting restrictions to the veteran community. Despite the on Cuban-American travel and remittances, SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA many obstacles and hurdles, Al never which have had positive effects. Anecdotally, MOBILE HEALTH CLINIC gave up—he worked passionately and U.S. remittances have been crucial in allow- ∑ Mr. MANCHIN. Madam President, tirelessly to bring this issue to light. ing Cuban entrepreneurs to take full advan- And finally, that voice resonated loud tage of economic openings that the Castro today I wish to celebrate an exciting regime has been forced to allow. This not and significant victory for local vet- and clear. Because of Al’s perseverance only improves Cubans’ lives but will make erans in southern West Virginia and to and determined vision, I am proud to future economic contractions by the Cuban recognize the unwavering dedication of have worked closely with Al to help government difficult for the regime to at- the people who have worked tirelessly bring people together to make his vi- tempt. Current policy boxes U.S. entre- to bring the first-ever mobile veterans sion a reality. preneurs and companies out of taking part in health clinic to Mercer County. With the hard work and partnership any of this burgeoning Cuban private sector. of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Further, there is simply no legitimate jus- Today, the Beckley VA Medical Cen- tification for restricting any American trav- ter will debut the long-awaited mobile the Beckley VA, and the West Virginia el to Cuba. The travel ban, like the rest of health clinic in Bluefield, WV. This fa- delegation, we have been able to make the embargo, only bolsters the Cuban gov- cility will improve access to primary a difference for Al and for all of the ernment’s control over information and civil and mental health-care to the growing veterans who reside throughout south- society. Instead of willingly restricting the number of veterans in the region. ern West Virginia. liberty of our own citizens, we should be tak- This is wonderful news for our brave We owe our veterans more than a ing every opportunity to flood Cubans with heroes who have been without acces- debt of gratitude. Showing our appre- American interaction, with our ideas, with our young people. sible health care for far too long. Until ciation to the brave men and women Americans want a change in our Cuba pol- now, our veterans’ only option for re- who have served is something we icy. The president should heed the majority ceiving health care has been to drive should do each and every day. By deliv- of those across the country who recognize over an hour to the closest clinic or ering this mobile health clinic, we are VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:12 Feb 12, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G11FE6.054 S11FEPT1 tjames on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with SENATE February 11, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S889 paying tribute to those who have an- ways a strong supporter of policies sity of Alabama, serving a 3-year-term swered America’s call of duty. that he believed served the long term as president pro tempore. He was, in I thank Al, the VA, the Beckley VA interests of the United States.
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