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It's Big, It's Beautiful

The EssayIt's Big and It's Beautiful
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Christine Finn reflects on Cuba, on the cusp of technological change, but where the old still holds sway. And she asks whether the relentless push for the 'mini' and the 'micro' really promotes better communication.

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Thu 11 Sep 200823:00
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