Thousands of Cubans took to the streets over a year ago. These protests were the largest anti-government demonstrations in decades, a truly historic moment. More than 1400 people were detained in the aftermath of the protests. In recent months, hundreds of demonstrators have been sentenced to long prison terms, in some cases up to 25 years.
An international consortium building an ammonia plant or a new windpark in Mexico often meets with resistance by local people, particularly when they fear pollution and feel they won't benefit from the profits. But as others welcome job opportunties and new development, the projects can also divide communities.
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