May 30, 2026
Washington, D.C. — In March, Nydia Velázquez introduced a House War Powers Resolution aimed at preventing U.S. involvement in military hostilities against Cuba without congressional authorization [1]. The resolution…
Alliance for Cuba Engagement and Respect (ACERE)
Supporting the normalization
of relations with Cuba
The Alliance For Cuba Engagement And Respect (ACERE)
Supporting the normalization of relations with Cuba
The people of Cuba have endured almost seven decades of an economic, commercial, and financial embargo imposed by the United States, an embargo that is not only cruel and unlawful, but also extraterritorial, punishing individuals, businesses, and organizations in Cuba, the United States, and even third countries.
President Obama began a brief process of normalization, but that progress was reversed when President Trump first expanded sanctions during his previous term. Now, in his current administration, the pressure on Cuba has only intensified: sanctions remain at their harshest levels, financial restrictions continue to strangle the island’s economy, and diplomatic engagement has stalled. More than sixty years of this policy have produced only suffering, isolation, and instability. It has failed on every front.
It’s time for a new path. One rooted in dignity, cooperation, and the wellbeing of both the U.S. and Cuban peoples. If you agree, ACERE is here to help and work together for real change.
MAIN CALL TO ACTION
CONGRESS: Uphold Congressional War Powers & Oppose Intervention in Cuba
Given the latest navy and intelligence maneuvers and continuing threats against Cuba by the Trump administration, including the possibility of military intervention, ACERE believes that Congress must urgently use its constitutionally designated authority to detain any further assaults against Cuba’s sovereignty. Moreover, the de facto oil blockade imposed since January constitutes an act of war, and has provoked an acute humanitarian crisis that is causing civilian deaths.
The Cuba War Powers Resolution has been reintroduced in both the House (Velazquez and Meeks) and Senate (Kaine, Schiff, and Gallego) to prevent any U.S. military action against Cuba without explicit congressional authorization. TAKE ACTION NOW by clicking here below to tell your members of Congress to support these legislative measures. Find out how to support these legislative initiatives here.
ACERE Statements
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May 25, 2026
The Alliance for Cuba Engagement and Respect (ACERE) lauds the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) for speaking out forcefully against the humanitarian consequences of the Trump administration's oil blockade on…
May 22, 2026
Washington, D.C. — On May 1st, President Trump signed Executive Order 14404, significantly broadening sanctions against Cuban government officials, entities, and affiliates associated with the Cuban government, and targeting…
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=n9FO0uVmdgsACERE Webinar: Public Opinion on Cuba Policy, Recent Polling and the U.S. Presidential Elections: Are elections in Florida preventing the Biden administration from shifting its Cuba policy? Can Cuban-American voters in South…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=684DrCObA7gU.S.-Cuba Cooperation on Food and Climate Security: Opportunities for Growth, September 10, 2024, with Paul Johnson (Chair, U.S. Agriculture Coalition for Cuba), Asiha Grigsby (Senior Director of International Promotion, USA Rice), Daniel…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NqRUUvVaWICuban Migration and U.S. Policy, July 18, 2024, with Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA, Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration), Denisse Delgado Vázquez…
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Given the latest navy and intelligence maneuvers and continuing threats against Cuba by the Trump administration, including the possibility of military intervention, ACERE believes that Congress must urgently use its constitutionally designated…
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President Trump Is Being Poorly Advised to Conduct a Military Intervention in Cuba
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2026
The Alliance for Cuba Engagement and Respect (ACERE) warns that some political sectors are…
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ACERE’s mission is to channel grassroots advocacy to progressive policy changes that promote positive and respectful relations between Cuba and the United States.
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We are engaged in advocacy efforts to change US policy toward Cuba.
The alliance maintains a robust network of organizations engaged in advocacy, education, organizing, community building, mass mobilization and communications.
Some members are inspired by their values of faith, while others help promote the interests of the business community.
The alliance advocates in Washington D.C. to normalize relations between the U.S. and Cuba and shares opportunities with our members to promote for better relations.
We believe that sanctions and embargoes are not the right answers to resolve conflicts or ideological differences between countries.
All members of ACERE believe that engagement and respect for Cuba's sovereignty—rather than outdated restrictions and aggressive rhetoric—are the best way to promote constructive relations between the U.S. and Cuba.