* The government strictly controls the media, and all journalists must be members of the Communist Party of Cuba.
* Criticism of the government is not tolerated, and those who speak out against it can be arrested and imprisoned.
* The internet is heavily censored, and many websites are blocked.
Freedom of assembly
* Public gatherings of more than three people are prohibited without the government's permission.
* Demonstrations and protests are illegal, and those who participate in them can be arrested and imprisoned.
Freedom of association
* Independent political parties and organizations are not allowed.
* All citizens must belong to the mass organizations controlled by the government, such as the Committees for the Defense of the Revolution.
Freedom of movement
* Citizens are free to travel within Cuba, but they need to obtain a permit to travel abroad.
* The government can deny exit permits to anyone it considers a security risk.
Freedom of religion
* The government officially recognizes only a handful of religions, including Catholicism, Protestantism, and Judaism.
* Other religions are not tolerated, and those who practice them can be harassed and persecuted.
Economic freedom
* The government controls the economy, and there is no private sector.
* Citizens cannot start their own businesses, and they must work for the government or in one of the government-controlled cooperatives.
Personal freedom
* The government has a wide range of powers to monitor and control citizens' lives.
* The police can stop and search anyone at any time, and they can enter homes without a warrant.
* The government can also listen to phone calls, read email, and track internet activity.
