Roman, Ivan.
In Puerto Rico, Statehood Vs. Commonwealth Debate Continues. / Ivan Roman. - KRT News Service, 2002. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 53. Global Issues, 1522-3221; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: In Puerto Rico, Statehood Vs. Commonwealth Debate Continues, July 24, 2002; pp. n.p..
"The Popular Democratic Party likes to tout the island's ties to a strong U.S. economy that made it a richer, industrialized society while allowing Puerto Ricans--U.S. citizens since 1917--to preserve their culture and language. However, as the commonwealth enters its 50th year Thursday [July 25, 2002], it is showing clear signs that the status forged as an alternative to statehood and independence in 1952 is outgrowing itself." (ORLANDO SENTINEL) This article debates whether Puerto Rico should become a state or remain a commonwealth.
1522-3221;
Independence movements.
Statehood (American politics)
Puerto Rico--Politics and government.
United States--Territories and possessions.
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In Puerto Rico, Statehood Vs. Commonwealth Debate Continues. / Ivan Roman. - KRT News Service, 2002. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 53. Global Issues, 1522-3221; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: In Puerto Rico, Statehood Vs. Commonwealth Debate Continues, July 24, 2002; pp. n.p..
"The Popular Democratic Party likes to tout the island's ties to a strong U.S. economy that made it a richer, industrialized society while allowing Puerto Ricans--U.S. citizens since 1917--to preserve their culture and language. However, as the commonwealth enters its 50th year Thursday [July 25, 2002], it is showing clear signs that the status forged as an alternative to statehood and independence in 1952 is outgrowing itself." (ORLANDO SENTINEL) This article debates whether Puerto Rico should become a state or remain a commonwealth.
1522-3221;
Independence movements.
Statehood (American politics)
Puerto Rico--Politics and government.
United States--Territories and possessions.
AC1.S5
050