The Florida Democratic Party approved a resolution in favor of statehood for Puerto Rico at its recently concluded bi-annual convention in Orlando. “The Democratic Party of Florida supports the self-determination expressed by our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico in their quest to acquire equal rights by becoming a state of […]
In the days and weeks following Hurricane María in 2017, as packed flights arrived from San Juan, people wondered just how many Puerto Ricans had fled the island that was so devastated it couldn’t provide essential public services such as water and electricity for months to come. It was difficult […]
Now comes the Rolling Hills Estates, Kissimmee, HOA before the court of public opinion: “You cannot fly a Puerto Rican flag outside your home because it violates HOA rules. You must take it down or be fined.” The Rolling Hills Estates’ edict has hit raw nerves, even if it’s technically […]
These were two different but fascinating debates. The first debate night with mostly second-tier Democratic contenders was quiet, polite society. But the gloves came off during the second debate when the heavyweights came on stage. The second night was the debate to watch for its top-tier contenders, including former Vice […]
