Habana 3/23 -- At some point all politics becomes personal.
Jorge is on his way back to the capital. He is a captain in the reserves and is returning to join his regiment. He called before he left, concerned and agitated, but determined to do his duty to defend his country.
He could provide some news, having talked to his commanding officer. Allegedly, several cabinet ministers have been sacked. The ministry of culture and the ministry of health have been occupied by troops from the president's personal guard.
Jorge also was told that additional troops have been dispatched to Santiago de Cuba, where trouble is expected.
Raúl Castro himself was defiant in his television address. His demeanor was consistent with his "bad cop" reputation.
There is more noise and bustle in the streets as darkness begins to fall. Candles are lit in many windows. Occasional horns and firecrackers can be heard.
It would seem as if lines are being drawn in the grimy sand that lines the molo.
havana hombre
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