Look Closely At What Obama Did Right After Fidel Castros Death If you want a clear picture of the different styles of leadership of President Barack Obama and President-elect Donald Trump, just look at the way they addressed the death of Fidel Castro this week. Trump was the first of the two to react, tweeting his initial gut-reaction just a few minutes after 8 AM: Fidel Castro is dead! A fuller response came three hours later when he condemned the many human rights violations of the Castro regime. Today, the world marks the passing of a brutal dictator who oppressed his own people for nearly six decades, he said in an official statement. Fidel Castros legacy is one of firing squads, theft, unimaginable suffering, poverty and the denial of fundamental human rights. In contrast, Obama released a much gentler statement. He was clearly being cautious in his approach. At this time of Fidel Castros passing, we extend a hand of friendship to the Cuban people, he began. We know that this moment fills Cubansin Cuba and in the United Stateswith powerful emotions, recalling the countless ways in which Fidel Castro altered the course of individual lives, families, and the Cuban nation. History will record and judge the enormous impact of this singular figure on the people and the world around him, Obama continued. Trumps response is refreshing for everyone tired of having a president who is constantly walking on eggshells. Do you agree? 