The country cuba is governed under the constitution of 1976. Cuba's government is a communist republic government. To get laws passed in Cuba, it first has to be introduced as a bill, all bills must have legislators which are sponsors of bills. Did you know that people in Cuba can vote? In Cuba, people don't have to vote if they dont want too. When you are 18, you are allowed to vote in Cuba. Raul Castro is the leader, he was born June 3,1931, and is the president of Cuba. He is also the younger brother of Fidel Castro. Citizens of Cuba have few freedom. Raul Castro has been leader since February 2008. Cuba is one of the least free countries in the world. The government's nearly all aspects of life. The government is large and controls almost all busineses, factories, and farms.