Just heard this. Cuba and Venezuela will not be invited to the Conference of the Americas.

[brooklynite]

2. "Strengthening democracies across the Americas"

“We have a responsibility also to speak up and speak out collectively when we see governments weakening democracy at home, clamping down on the free press, threatening political opponents, undermining the independence of the courts,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said May 3.

The United States is dedicated to upholding its own commitments, including listening to the recommendations of diverse voices and supporting democracy, transparency and good governance. All are priorities during the Summit for Democracy’s Year of Action.

Other countries, such as Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, Paraguay and Peru, also made commitments and set goals ahead of the summit.

Their commitments focus on upholding democratic values, promoting human rights and fighting the climate crisis.

https://share.america.gov/strengthening-democracies-across-americas/

Perhaps Cuba and Venezuela weren't willing to make the commitment?