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On the recordSeptember 28, 2015
Congress should pass legislation granting Puerto Rico the right to declare Chapter 9 bankruptcy or another orderly and fair alternative.
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Chuck Schumer
Democratic · New York

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Advocates for bankruptcy options for Puerto Rico to manage its debt.

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