On the recordJune 23, 2009
This is deeply, deeply unfair. Whether Puerto Ricans decide in favor of statehood or not, there is an existing inequality that needs to be addressed.
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congress.govThis is deeply, deeply unfair. Whether Puerto Ricans decide in favor of statehood or not, there is an existing inequality that needs to be addressed.
Grayson emphasizes the unfairness of Puerto Rico's political status.
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