Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 24, 2016
Puerto Rico cannot restructure its debt without permission from the United States.
Said by
Pedro Pierluisi
Democratic · Puerto Rico

Editor's note · Context

Highlights Puerto Rico's lack of financial autonomy.

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