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The document discusses José Martí's views on power, justice, and the implications of Spanish imperialism in Cuba. Martí criticizes Spain's hypocrisy regarding universal suffrage and independence, arguing that true power should respect the will of all people, including Cubans. He emphasizes that a homeland is defined by shared values and aspirations rather than mere territory, warning that Spain will face severe consequences if it continues to oppose Cuba's quest for independence.

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The document discusses José Martí's views on power, justice, and the implications of Spanish imperialism in Cuba. Martí criticizes Spain's hypocrisy regarding universal suffrage and independence, arguing that true power should respect the will of all people, including Cubans. He emphasizes that a homeland is defined by shared values and aspirations rather than mere territory, warning that Spain will face severe consequences if it continues to oppose Cuba's quest for independence.

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José Martí: Father of the Cuban Revolution

“The Spanish Republic and the Cuban Revolution”

1. Using your own words, explain the meaning of the first paragraph on page 36.
People are motivated to complete their tasks when they know they will receive glory and
praise. Power depends on a person’s ability to uphold justice and reject all forms of
cruelty and oppression. Without justice having importance, power is pointless and glory
becomes disreputable.
2. Read the first paragraph on page 37. Why does Martí use “universal suffrage” to
criticize the Spain’s imperialist policies towards Cuba?
Martí believes that no one’s will should be enforced over another’s, which is the
foundation of the universal suffrage policies of Spain. He argues that it is useless to have
universal suffrage if the will of one group will be imposed on others. For instance, if the
public votes for a leader, but a small group votes for a different candidate, it is unfair to
impose the will of the public on the small group. This particularly applies to Spain’s
imperialism over Cuba. It is senseless to uphold the will of Spanish citizens while
oppressing the will of Cubans.
3. Read the next to last paragraph 39. How does Martí explain the Spanish
government’s hypocritical attitude toward Cuban independence?
The Spanish government believes that if a party is elected, the other party must leave
power and respect the will of the people. Still, the Spanish government also continues to
rule over Cuba, despite their clear desire for independence. Martí is highlighting that
respecting the will of the people was not seen as a right of the Cubans, in the eyes of
Spain.
4. Read the next to last paragraph on page 41. How does Martí define the word
homeland? Use your own words to elaborate.
A homeland is a group of people that share values, goals, and cultural traditions. Martí
emphasizes that it is not a compilation of pieces of land that are oppressed. He makes it
clear that they are united by their love and hope for the future.
5. Read the last paragraph on page 46. According to Martí what consequences will
Spain face if it challenges Cuba’s independence?
If Spain opposes the independence of Cuba, it will become a nation of injustice and a
shame to democracy. To add on, Spain will come to be a country that destroys liberty. All
of which are against the principles of democracy.

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