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Pedro Pierluisi: “The intention of H.R. 2499 is to sponsor a fair process of self-determination in Puerto Rico, not to predetermine the…”

On the recordApril 29, 2010
The intention of H.R. 2499 is to sponsor a fair process of self-determination in Puerto Rico, not to predetermine the outcome of that process. I have to say, in the 21st century, it is about time that this Congress, at the very least, ask the 4 million American citizens if they want to continue having the second-class citizenship they're earning and they're having today. Vote in support of H.R. 4599.
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Pedro Pierluisi
Democratic · Puerto Rico
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govinfo.gov
Apr 29, 2010

Editor's note · Context

The speaker is advocating for H.R. 2499, which addresses self-determination for Puerto Rico.

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