Political Quotes

“I rise today to recognize Virgin Islands- Puerto Rico friendship, celebrated throughout the month of October--but I just wanted to get everybody geared up for it now--in which we recognize the bond between our territories, united by history, culture, and shared values. For generations, our islands have been connected by more than just Caribbean waters. We share a history of oppression and colonialism, linguistic heritage, cultural traditions, and Caribbean resilience. Our families have deep ties, our businesses have collaborated, and we have supported each other through hurricanes and celebrations alike. From Carnival to culinary traditions, from music to literature, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico continue to enrich each other's cultural landscape. Today, we recommit to strengthening these ties through greater collaboration in education, economic development, and cultural exchange, and we will work together to fully include ourselves in the American experience.”