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On the recordNovember 16, 2022
The American citizens of Puerto Rico did not come to us after these disasters with their hands out.
Said by
Pedro Pierluisi
Democratic · Puerto Rico
Source
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Editor's note · Context

Stressing that Puerto Ricans seek mutual support, not charity, after disasters.

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