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On the recordMay 18, 2010
All Americans believe in democracy. In Puerto Rico, we believe in democracy, and the only thing we want is the right to decide for ourselves our future in a level playing field.
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Luis Fortuño
Puerto Rico

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Emphasis on Puerto Rico's desire for democratic self-determination.

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