The Cuban Dilemma by R. Hart PhillipsIn three short years, Fidel Castro and his revolution have destroyed the once prosperous economy of Cuba and helped the Soviet Union establish its first armed beachhead in the Western Hemisphere. Ruby Hart Phillips maintains that Castro’s takeover is a classic example of the incredibly inadequate American policy in foreign affairs. A display of courage and foresight even as late as 1958 would, she declares, have neutralized Castro and put Cuba back on the road to democracy. The claim by Castro supporters, both in Cuba and the United States, that Castro was pushed into the Communist camp by our mistaken foreign policy is clearly shown to be one of the great lies of the Castro revolution. But, she stresses, the United States must take the whole responsibility for Cuba’s communism today. Step by step she analyzes the indecisive and conciliatory moves of the U.S. State Department. She details the weak protests, our unsuccessful attempts to woo Castro, the failure to protect American lives and property, and the disastrous delay of over a year before any retaliatory measures were taken.This hardcover book is in fair condition. Dust jacket is in poor condition, cover in very good condition and pages in fair condition with some creases, owner’s stamps and slight discolorations.Publisher: Ivan Obolensky, Inc.Publication Date: 1962
