... of the available options should be promoted to the incoming Administration. . Summary of Past Policy The United State's initial stance on Cuba was one of tolerance towards the Castro regime in order to provide this government a chance to establish a reasonable relationship with the U.S. While the radical and anti-American background of the Castro family was well documented, such as their involvement with Communist causes, the future direction of this government could not be predicted, despite grave doubts held by American analysts. Castro had maintained that Cuba would be a democratic government, having elected officials and that the government would honor international obligations and agreements. While U.S. officials were skeptical about the future of democracy in Cuba, a "wait and see" policy was adopted because of the popularity Castro enjoyed in the Western Hemisphere and the rest of the world, such that officials felt there was little alternative. Indeed, Castro ...

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