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Nydia Velázquez: “There is a perception of the island that we are taking austerity measures by the Board.”

On the recordMay 1, 2019
There is a perception of the island that we are taking austerity measures by the Board.
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Velazquez highlights public concerns about austerity measures affecting essential services in Puerto Rico.

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