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Should the US completely restore relations with Cuba?

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The US should completely restore relations with Cuba.

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    Restoring relations with Cuba would benefit the U.S. economically.

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    Normalizing relations will benefit the people of Cuba.

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    Improved diplomatic relations between Cuba and the US could set an example for other countries locked in long-standing bilateral conflict.

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    Establishing stronger diplomatic ties with Cuba could incentivize the Cuban government to adopt more liberal policies.

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    The US embargo of Cuba has failed to achieve its goals.

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    Cuba is an ally of North Korea and Iran.

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    Warm diplomatic relations are always conditional on behavior. Cuba has the power to restore relations by adhering to international norms for
     
    human rights
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    A relationship with Cuba will open up the U.S. to possible terrorist threat.

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    Restoring ties would upset interest groups and allies that are important to the US.

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