Political+policies

We need to undertake a chronological and thematic investigation into the ways that Castro ruled and controlled Cuba between 1959 and 2006. Remember that questions referring to Cuba before 1959 are really addressing his rise to power; it is essential that IB students distinguish between: 1. Rise to power 2. Years of consolidation and 3. Development and maintenance of the single party state **
 * Defining Politics and Power **

Guiding Questions 1. ** What challenges did Castro face once he had achieved power in 1959? 3. How should we define //Castroism//? How might it compare to Stalinism or Maoism? 4. What relevance have the following terms in explaining the nature of Castro's rule: Totalitarian, Authoritarian, Oligarchical ?
 * 2. ** What methods did Castro use to consolidate his position (1959-62) **?**
 * 3.** What methods did Castro use to solidify the single party state until 2006? What were his policies?
 * 5. ** Why is Castro both revered and loathed?

Proquest Journal: [|The secret to Castro's staying power] [|PBS Cuban exiles]
 * Useful Links **

__ [|Student presentations] __ [|What were Castro’s main policies and how successful.pptx] (Eric and James) [|Politics and Government.docx] (Rachel and Lucinda)