On the recordJune 23, 2015
Not a single territory of the 37 admitted to the Union were deprived of equal economic opportunities and benefits for as long as we have.
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congress.govNot a single territory of the 37 admitted to the Union were deprived of equal economic opportunities and benefits for as long as we have.
Highlights the prolonged economic inequality faced by Puerto Rico.
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