Independence for Puerto Rico is an idea that has received increased attention recently …in the states. A recent article at NBC News urges independence for the… Read More »Do the People of Puerto Rico Want Independence?
One of the most critical questions inherent in the debate over Puerto Rico’s future political status is the the fate of U.S. citizenship for people… Read More »The Fate of U.S. Citizenship in a Sovereign Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is home to some 72,679 veterans, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. There are currently 10 Veterans Administration medical facilities on the Island. The… Read More »What Will Happen to Veterans Hospitals under Free Association?
When it comes to U.S. citizenship, the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is clear: “All persons born or naturalized in the US, and subject… Read More »Legal Scholars Say U.S. Citizenship Available Only with U.S. Sovereignty
As supporters of a Puerto Rico “commonwealth” status pivot to support a yet-to-be defined Free Association alternative, confusion about the meaning of “commonwealth” and of… Read More »Did Puerto Rico Ever Have a Compact of Free Association?
When constitutional scholar Walter Dellinger died last week at the age of 80, his notable career was recognized throughout the country. Yet one valuable contribution… Read More »Walter Dellinger: Enduring Contributions to the Puerto Rico Status Debate
Both the CDC and World Health Organization say that Puerto Rico’s drinking water is generally safe to drink. Travel advisors expand on that, pointing out… Read More »How Safe is Drinking Water in Puerto Rico?
Many U.S.corporations, and wealthy individuals as well, see Puerto Rico as a tax haven. In 2019, the IRS reported to Congress on 166 individuals who… Read More »The End of Puerto Rico as a Tax Haven?
Puerto Rico is often called a commonwealth, but that is actually just a word in the official title of the government of Puerto Rico. Kentucky… Read More »The Meaning of “Commonwealth”
