The ban on travel to Cuba should be lifted. There is no ban on traveling to other communist countries, like China, Vietnam, or South Korea. Why are there restrictions on going to Cuba? In a country that could use the income that Americans would bring it, it seems beneficial to let tourists spend time in Cuba. Tourists would spend money in Cuba, increasing the economy. As a result of an increasing economy, the standard of living would increase. There would be so many benefits for Cuba if Americans were allowed to go to this country. In the 1920's, Americans spent a lot of time in Havana, as it was the best vacation spot. This was beneficial to the Havana area. If the ban is lifted, tourist areas could begin to benefit again.
Also, if the ban is lifted, political tensions between Cuba and the United States might be lessened. Right now, it is understandable that there would be tension between the two countries, as the United States is basically insulting Cuba by not letting its citizens travel to Cuba. If Cuba could see that America respects Cuba as a country, by treating Cuba like any other country, Cuba and the United States might be able to work together better.
A change needs to be made. It is quite obvious that many people are beginning to see this, as a bill, over this issue, is in debate right now. It is unwise to not take heed to opinions on this issue and rethink the current situation. It is unfair to work with some communist countries, while still keeping Cuba out of the picture. It is clear that the age of decommunization has passed us by - this age is mainly focused on economic gain and benefits. From this perspective, the United States looks to the benefit of working with China and other countries, while they are ignoring the benefit that could come out of working with Cuba.
Also, how wonderful would it be for families who have been exiled from Cuba to go back and see their family and friends? How great would it be for them to be able to go home? I know some teachers in Hong Kong who are not allowed to go to Cuba because of the ban, and they have not seen their family in years. In my opinion, that is extremely wrong. No person should have their freedom of seeing their family taken away from them.