Subdirectories of Puerto Rico:
Categories related to Society: Issues: Territorial Disputes: United States: Puerto Rico: Regional: Caribbean: Puerto Rico: Society and Culture: Issues (10) Regional: Caribbean: Puerto Rico: Society and Culture: Politics (2) Websites on Puerto Rico: PR Independence FAQ Some of the questions most frequently asked by Puerto Ricans concerning the possibility that the island may become an independent nation. Puerto Rican Independence Party Founded in 1946 with the purpose of obtaining independence by every peaceful means available. "Voices for Independence: In the Spirit of Valor and Sacrifice" Portraits of notable individuals in the struggle for Puerto Rican Independence. An online book by Jean Zwickel. U.S. Flag Hits Nerve, Sparks Fight Puerto Rican students take down and destroy a U.S. flag during protests against the Navy's presence at Vieques. (July 2, 2001) Puerto Rico Libre -- and Good Riddance Argues that the island's "commonwealth" status robs Puerto Ricans of their dignity and Americans of their dollars. (September 14, 1999) Grant Puerto Rico Independence in 1998 Argues that it would be folly to admit a 51st state whose people do not speak English and do not intend to learn it. (December 28, 1997)
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