On the recordMay 18, 2010
We have a duty of social responsibility to end the status dilemma and free our children to realize their own dreams as individuals and as a people.
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congress.gov“We have a duty of social responsibility to end the status dilemma and free our children to realize their own dreams as individuals and as a people.”
Highlighting the moral obligation to resolve Puerto Rico's status for future generations.
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