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Puerto Rico’s Bankruptcy Will Make Hurricane Recovery Brutal — Here’s Why
The situation in Puerto Rico is dire.
Report From Puerto Rico: Death Toll Higher Than Reported Amid Water Shortage and Health Crisis
Data journalist, Laura Moscoso discusses the crisis in Puerto Rico.
Profits vs. Puerto Rican Lives: Trump Administration Blocks Aid From Reaching Devastated Island
Juan Gonzalez and former New York State Assemblyman Nelson Denis discuss Puerto Rico.
Puerto Ricans Plead for Aid Amid Catastrophe
Millions of US citizens in the territory remain without adequate food, water and fuel.
Environmental Disaster Looms in Puerto Rico, Lashed by Hurricane Maria and Left Without Power
Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico bringing environmental catastrophe.
Austerity, Divestment and Irma: Juan González on Why 300,000 in Puerto Rico Are Without Power
Parts of Puerto Rico could be without electricity for up to six months,.
Zika, Birth Defects and Government Lies
In Puerto Rico, women and children caught in the middle of a crisis.
For Many in Puerto Rico, “Energy Dominance” Is Just a New Name for US Colonialism
Puerto Rico's history makes clear that Trump's energy policy promises more of the same.
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Politics of a Parade: How Pro-Independence Puerto Ricans Resisted Colonial Tactics in New York City
Puerto Rican Day Parade organizers turned the tables on the politicians pressuring them to denounce Oscar Lopez Rivera.
Puerto Rico Backs Statehood in Referendum Boycotted by Opposition Groups
Tens of thousands turned out Sunday for the National Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York.