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Alan Grayson: “If Puerto Rico were a state, it would have six representatives in Congress instead of only one who cannot be the…”

On the recordJune 23, 2009
If Puerto Rico were a state, it would have six representatives in Congress instead of only one who cannot be the deciding vote on the Floor of the House.
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Alan Grayson
Florida

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Grayson argues for statehood for Puerto Rico to enhance its representation.

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