Index of Articles:

1. Paya Follows Havel's Lead in Quest for Democracy.--Analysis of the use of language by  modern dictatorships in order to establish and maintain control of society. Analysis of Havel's essay, "The Power of the Powerless" as it applies to the Cuban dissident movement and, particularly, Oswaldo Paya's Varela Project.
Originally published in the Miami Herald, January 14, 2003, p.7B

 

2. At the Heart of the Varela Project: People.--The non-violent reform movement in Cuba and what dissidence means the ordinary citizens of modern-day Cuba. Observations of Nicolas Calzada's trip to Cuba.
Originally published in The Miami Herald, April 1, 2003, p.7B

 

3. Letter to Steven Spielberg--Letter sent to Steven Spielberg after his trip to Cuba and his personal visit with Fidel Castro. Mentions Paya's Varela Project, the Independent Library Movement, the Cuban dissident movement, and realities of life in modern-day Cuba.
Sent to Mr. Spielberg on November 12, 2002. DreamWorks acknowledged receipt.