Bill Clinton: “Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 July 16, 1997 Dear Mr. Chairman: Pursuant to subsection 306(c)(2) of the…”

“Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 July 16, 1997 Dear Mr. Chairman: Pursuant to subsection 306(c)(2) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 (Public Law 104-114), (the ``Act''), I hereby determine and report to the Congress that suspension for 6 months beyond August 1, 1997, of the right to bring an action under title III of the Act is necessary to the national interests of the United States and will expedite a transition to democracy in Cuba. Sincerely, William J. Clinton The White House, July 16, 1997.”