Puerto Rico to Receive New Disaster Relief, but Colonial Status Prevents  Economic Recovery

The Real News Podcast · Jun 8, 2019 · 10m

Congress passed a new disaster relief bill, to provide Puerto Rico an additional $1.4 billion. But colonial status, a financial oversight board with conflict of interest, and unfavorable laws ensure that the Island remains mired in poverty

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