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Rubio Self-Vetted

Revisado: 07-23-12

Would you consider the audio edition of An American Son to be better than the print version?

This is a great title for listening as you drive, or do other tasks. The structure is somewhat convoluted, as it isn't a straight time-line. It was probably easier to follow the storyline and to maintain interest in audio that it would have been in print.

Would you recommend An American Son to your friends? Why or why not?

There could be some interest in this story simply as biographical material on Cuban exile and migration resulting from pressures of the early Castro regime. Its primary appeal would be to those interested in the current political scene.

Which character – as performed by Marco Rubio – was your favorite?

Rubio's father and grandfather were appealing characters because of the obstacles that they doggedly worked to overcome. The development of Rubio's personality and values is of interest as viewed in light of his recent arrival on the national political scene, and as he is being considered as a possible Romeny VP running mate.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The tenacity of Rubio's parents and ancestors in working to secure freedom and a reasonable life station for their children is particularly moving.

Any additional comments?

The story is seemingly edited to bring some focus to Rubio's stance on immigration issues. It attempts to clarify statements he has made regarding whether his parents actually had to "escape" Castro's Cuba. It seems that they were already in the U.S. when Castro came to power, but that his mother faced some challenges in being allowed to return to the U.S. after a visit with her ailing father in Cuba.

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