On the recordJune 15, 2021
A majority of voters in Puerto Rico have requested statehood, now Congress must respond by officially offering it and allowing voters on the island to ratify their choice in a binding vote.
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congress.govLuis Gutiérrez: “A majority of voters in Puerto Rico have requested statehood, now Congress must respond by officially offering it and…”
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Gutierrez emphasizes the need for Congress to acknowledge Puerto Rico's statehood request.
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Jun 15, 2021
What got me into politics was the fight for the independence of Puerto Rico.
Jun 15, 2021
statehood is one of the options, as my colleague, Ms. Ocasio-Cortez, said very clearly.
Jun 15, 2021
If you really believe in democracy, justice, government by the consent of the governed, you must not hesitate any further or give any more excuses.
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