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| "Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them." Hebrews 13:3 |
| Miguel Galván Gutierrez | |
Age: 37 Occupation: Mechanical Engineer Health condition: Persistent diarrhea caused by stomach illness Political Activities: Independent journalist for Havana Press;- and Director of the National Center for the Development of Labor Unions (Centro Nacional de Capacitacion Sindical y Laboral) a non-governmental organization. Charges: Mercenary at the service of a foreign power Sentence: 26 years Presiding judge: Tatiana Behar Pantaleon Prison: Agüica, Matanzas Review: Galván Gutierrez is in solitary confinement in the Aguica prison in Matanzas far away from his hometown making it very difficult for his family to visit him. Like many other political prisoners in Cuba, Galván Gutierrez is confined very near common prisoners who represent a danger to himself. Miguel suffers persistent diarrhea stemming from a stomach illness. The prison authorities have not allowed Miguel’s family to deliver to him the necessary prescription drugs needed for treatment. As an independent journalist, Miguel has spent ten years of his life advocating for freedom of speech for the Cuban people. As an believer in civil disobedience, Miguel has peacefully demonstrated for human rights in Cuba. In 1998, Miguel was run over by a truck, whose driver abandoned the scene . The facts of the incident raised suspicion as to whether it was an accident or a deliberate attempt on Miguel’s life. Miguel underwent five surgeries to repair damage in his abdomen, legs and arms. Miguel was arrested without cause several times between 1999 and 2000. He was exiled to the province of Pinar del Rio. His family and friends filed complaints with the district attorney, who never did anything to investigate. Miguel Galván Gutierrez says he feels spiritually strong. However, physically he does not think he can survive much longer unless there is a drastic change and fears he will die in prison. |
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