Cuban Reforms & El Salvador's Political Challenges (Lp12022011)

Cuban economic reforms are the centerpiece of this week’s “Latin Pulse,” with news and analysis on that topic that keeps evolving.The latest changes dealing with farms and tourism spark a discussion that delves into changes with small businesses, real estate, and even auto sales on the island. The program also includes an in-depth interview about politics, corruption and free speech in El Salvador and news items related to next year’s elections in Venezuela. In-Depth Interviews: Phil Brenner of American University; and Jimena Aguilar of El Faro. Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell Associate Producer: Vanessa Haces-Gonzatti The photo is by Emily Hoyer of San Francisco, Calif. via Flickr, using a Creative Commons license. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/flavor32/134528798/)