Roberta S. Jacobson: “We believe he should be released.”

We are also asking other countries to encourage the Cuban Government to allow greater access by the United Nations and other international organizations.

Our approach has drawn attention to the potential for greater political and economic freedom for the Cuban people.

Our previous approach to relations with Cuba over a half century, though rooted in the best of intentions, failed to empower the Cuban people.

Cubans are also entitled to access uncensored information, including through the Internet.