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Puerto Rico Forward

Puerto Rico Forward explores the archipelago though it’s long colonial history and complicated economic relations, both domestic and international. Hosted by Andrew Mercado-Vázquez of San Juan, and presented by Democracy at Work. Learn more: http://www.democracyatwork.info/media#prforward

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Puerto Rico Forward: Paradise is for Millionaires Oct 15, 2018

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PR has functioned as a military outpost, a massive plantation, and a taxation escape for major corporations. Today, another development has once again placed PR in the middle of the tax-haven debate...

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Puerto Rico Forward: A Look Behind the Smoke and Mirrors Sep 15, 2018

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One of the most overlooked elements behind the Puerto Rico issues is the massive lobbying effort that has created the bizarre legal landscape it is. Who are the mysterious "third party groups" pulling the strings on these lobbying efforts?

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Puerto Rico Forward: The Colonial Ways of US Citizenship Aug 15, 2018

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This episode explores the definition of citizenship as it applies to Puerto Rico and other US colonies. What does it mean to be a US "citizen" if you're a resident of Puerto Rico? How does it differ from those who live within the 50 states?

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Puerto Rico Forward: Playing By Their Rules Jul 15, 2018

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This episode digs into the meaning and implications of the Puerto Rico Admission Act (HR 260), the recently proposed bill for Puerto Rico's statehood. What does the bill mean for Puerto Rico's possible future, and what does the US stand to gain (and lose)?

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Puerto Rico Forward: PR v. Franklin California Tax-Free Trust Jun 15, 2018

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This episode focuses on the impactful Supreme Court case: PR v. Franklin California Tax-Free Trust (2015).

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Puerto Rico Forward: PR’s Economic Crisis (1976-2015) May 15, 2018

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This episode sheds some light on the ongoing economic crisis in Puerto Rico. What existing laws allow large businesses to take advantage of Puerto Rico's vulnerable status?

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Puerto Rico Forward: PR’s Economic Crisis (1940-1976) Apr 11, 2018

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This episode sheds some light on the post-war economic crisis in Puerto Rico. How did private businesses take advantage of Puerto Rico's vulnerable state?

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Puerto Rico Forward: The Closest There Is To Limitless Power Mar 22, 2018

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This episode sheds some light on Bill Clinton's Executive Order 13183: Establishment of the Presidents Task Force on Puerto Ricos Status. What did this important document determine about the status of Puerto Rico?

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Puerto Rico Forward: How to Solve PR's Status Problem Feb 27, 2018

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This episode focuses on solutions to Puerto Rico's commonwealth status problem. Is independence or statehood the key? Support Puerto Rico Forward on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward

Puerto Rico Forward: Congress and a Post-Maria PR Feb 06, 2018

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This episode focuses on US congress' attempts to benefit from Puerto Rico's vulnerable economic status after Hurricane Maria. Follow Puerto Rico Forward on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/puertoricoforward

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