On the recordJune 15, 2021
What got me into politics was the fight for the independence of Puerto Rico.
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congress.govWhat got me into politics was the fight for the independence of Puerto Rico.
Gutierrez reflects on his motivation for entering politics related to Puerto Rican independence.
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We have an opportunity to rectify Puerto Rico's long-standing colonial status which has resulted in its people being treated as second-class citizens.
H.R. 1522 is the bill that respects the will of Americans who voted for statehood.
This must also be taken together with the fact that Puerto Ricans have never favored independence.