Committee for the Defense of the Revolution

The Committee for the Defense of the Revolution (CDR) is a Cuban organization established in 1960 to promote and protect the goals of the Cuban Revolution. Its primary role is to mobilize citizens, encourage community participation, and gather intelligence on potential threats to the government. Through grassroots activism, the CDR seeks to foster loyalty to the revolutionary ideals and aid in various social programs. While it played a significant role in shaping Cuban society, the committee has also been criticized for promoting state surveillance and suppressing dissent.