3. The political system of Cuba is a socialist, independent sovereign state, organised with all and for the sake of all as a unitary and democratic republic for the enjoyment of political freedom, social justice, collective and individual well-being and human solidarity. The Communist Party of Cuba is the leading force of society and state. The state recognises, respects and guarantees freedom of religion with religious institutions being separate from the state. The socialist state carries out the will of the working people and guarantees work, medical care, education, food, clothing and housing.