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On the recordOctober 21, 2019
Puerto Rico is right now the quintessential 'canary in the mine,' not only because of its island condition and geographical location in the path of possible more frequent and stronger extreme weather events, but also because its current colonial condition.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Grijalva emphasizes Puerto Rico's vulnerable status due to its colonial condition and climate risks.

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