Stacey Plaskett actually said...

So, I am asking this Congress as well to do what is necessary to take care of its people.

I would challenge any of you to be hit by two Category 5 hurricanes within 2 weeks back-to-back hitting directly and see your infrastructure...

We are expecting your support because that is what Americans do for one another.

Statehood is necessary for Puerto Rico to implement transformative change.