Many older Cubans said the decision was a just one that would halt the steady drain of the nation’s citizens — especially educated ones like doctors — to America. It struck especially hard on those, like Mr. Iván, with deep ties to family and loved ones in the United States. The news also brought to the surface frustrations for young Cubans, especially concerning the new dynamic that an increase in tourism is bringing to the nation. Food prices have surged to meet the demand, while what scant resources the country are redirected to the well-heeled outsiders now flooding Cuba, especially Americans. Since the program began 10 years ago, nearly 10,000 Cuban medical professionals have been approved for residency in the United States.

Source: New York Times January 13, 2017 22:25 UTC