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Rick Scott: “If we could get democracy [in Cuba], I mean, it's a gold…”

Featuring: Rick Scott, Republican | U.S. Senate, Florida

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Rick Scott on Cuba: Maximum Pressure and What Comes Next

Published | Video Starts at 14:37

It's a. If, you know, it's a beautiful island, actually, I was there when I was in the US Navy. It's a beautiful island with beautiful beaches and wonderful people. So If we could get democracy [in Cuba], I mean, it's a gold mine for the opportunity for the people of Cuba to live happy and healthy lives. And look at how many Cubans are in my state. And all around the United States have had such success. So they're hardworking, they're smart, they're wonderful people. Ah, that's great. (14:37–14:46)

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Asserts that establishing democracy in Cuba would create significant opportunities for its people.

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