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On the recordApril 13, 2021
I contend that we should only be discussing how to enable the freely and democratically expressed will of the American citizens of Puerto Rico.
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Pedro Pierluisi
Democratic · Puerto Rico

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Governor Pierluisi emphasizes the need to address Puerto Rico's statehood following a referendum.

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