Cuba Political System: Structure, Organization, and Democratic Processes
Overview
This paper examines Cuba's socialist political system established in 1959, which operates under a one-party state principle directed by the Communist Party. It analyzes the structure of government including the executive and legislative branches, the role of the National Assembly of People's Power, and the voting rights granted to Cuban citizens.
What this essay covers
- Overview of Cuba's socialist government system founded in 1959 and its one-party principle
- Executive power structure including the president, council of ministers, and Communist Party leadership
- Legislative branch organization: National Assembly of People's Power with 612 members and its five-year electoral cycle
- Democratic participation and voting rights for citizens aged 16 and above
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Cuba Political System
The system of government in Cuba is socialist, and it was formed in the year 1959. The political system is directed by the principle of one party one state (Sullivan 5). The constitution of Cuba describes the Communist Party of Cuba as the leading force of the state and society. The top secretary of the communist party serves as the president of the state, and the prime minister is also elected from the party and he is the president of all ministers of the council.
The president of the state and the council of ministers are both elected by the people's power national assembly. The president of the state of Cuba should serve for a period of five years, and they are not limited to the number of terms in the ruling. The executive power in Cuba is exercised by the ruling government, which consists of the council of ministers, and state. The legislative power is performed by the National Assembly of People’s Power which is unicameral. The constitution states the National Assembly of People’s Power as the top authority of Cuba.
The legislature of Cuba, the National Assembly of Peoples Power has a total of 612 members, and it is elected after every five years (Sullivan 6). The legislative body meets for a brief session to approve the decisions made by the executive branch. The main role of the legislative body in Cuba is to focus on issues that affect the legislature.