The concept of independence for Puerto Rico has recently received increased attention…in the states. Yet the people of Puerto Rico do not want independence. They… Read More »Do the People of Puerto Rico Want Independence?
The Biden-Harris Administration released a comprehensive overview today of its economic accomplishments over the last four years with respect to Puerto Rico. “Four years ago,… Read More »Biden-Harris Administration Announces Economic Achievements for Puerto Rico
In political circles, 2024 may be best remembered for the election that pulled back the curtain on the perception that there’s a monolithic Puerto Rican… Read More »Is Puerto Rico Statehood Really a Democratic Ploy?
Although the U.S. Constitution did not give the people of Puerto Rico the right to help elect the President on November 5, Puerto Ricans were… Read More »Puerto Rican Independence: Digging Into the Details
Everyone born in a state is automatically a U.S. citizen under the 14th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but former President Trump has claimed since… Read More »Trump on Birthright Citizenship: How Will Puerto Ricans Be Impacted?
In a recent interview with Fareed Zakaria about his new book, The Message, influential author Ta-Nehisi Coates explained that he is “probably somebody who would… Read More »Does the U.S. Have Democracy Today?
A plebiscite vote scheduled on November 5th, the day of the Puerto Rican general election, will provide voters with a choice between two options for… Read More »Statehood Would Decrease Taxes for Working Families in Puerto Rico
During a congressional hearing in anticipation of Puerto Rico’s 1998 status vote, future Governor Anibal Acedevo-Vila objected to the description of “commonwealth” as it was… Read More »A Page from History: “Commonwealth” as a Colonial Status
Citizens of the three independent nations that have signed Compacts of Free Association (COFAs) with the United States – Palau, the Marshall Islands and Federated… Read More »No Veterans Health Services in Free Association Countries
