Puerto Rico Forward

In Andrew's final episode of Puerto Rico Forward, he says that the initial objective of those who want to raise awareness about the PR issue cannot …

In this episode of the PRF Review, Andrew talks about a recent interview with PR congress people Raúl Grijalva, Nydua Velázquez and Joseé Serrano about the PRF status issue and makes an important announcement. 

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After 120 years of colonial dominance, Puerto Rico finds itself with less autonomy than it had at the end of the 19th century as a result of being a …

Sen. Sanders and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez signed a letter with other Democrats demanding the end of the Financial Oversight and Management Board's control …

Beyond the common arguments for Puerto Rico's statehood that touch on economic or security issues, there are human and civil rights violations as a …

President Trump jokes about the possibility of trading Puerto Rico for Greenland. If this shocks you, host Andrew Mercado-Vázquez wants you to know that the US Government has already looked at the option, or at least …

Andrew Mercado-Vázquez of Puerto Rico Forward discusses the current protests in Old San Juan amidst the indictment charges and the Governor's chat log leaks.

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The Boricua Awakening movement that seeks to oust any government official soiled by corruption or mismanagement (most recently Gov. Rosselló-Nevares) is not new. The reality is that the origin of this great movement can …

There is at least one glaring void in the “inclusive” landscape of the US voting population: US Citizens living in Puerto Rico. How has this come to …

Andrew reviews Netflix's 'After Maria.' Is all the anger and hype around the documentary worth it?

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The Corporación del Fondo de Interés Apremiante (COFINA, or The Puerto Rico Urgent Interest Fund Corporation) is a government-owned entity meant to help Puerto Rico manage and pay its debts. But is COFINA hurting more …

Andrew Mercado-Vázquez of Puerto Rico Forward reviews recent criticism against PR's economic development. Video versions available on Patreon: https://patreon.com/puertoricoforward

The United States may well accept PR as the 51st state. What effects would US statehood status have on Puerto Rico?

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Our continued look behind the purpose and creation of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). What more can we learn about the powers of PROMESA?

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Our continued look behind the purpose and creation of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). What powers do the members of the Financial Oversight and Management Board of PROMESA …

Andrew reviews recent articles providing evidence of the Trump administration's desire (and plan) to see the Puerto Rican economy fail.

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Our continued look behind the purpose and creation of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). What powers do the US President and US Congress have over Puerto Rico under this bill?

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Andrew Mercado-Vázquez of Puerto Rico Forward reviews two documentaries that are essential viewing for understanding the Puerto Rico issue: Jurakán …

A look behind the purpose and creation of the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). Who are the major players behind the legislation, and what are their goals?

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The term "commonwealth" resembles less an objective definition and more a menu of options. In what sense is Puerto Rico a commonwealth of the US, and how does that definition affect its residents?

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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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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. …

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 …

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 …

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

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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 …

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 …

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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This episode focuses on solutions to Puerto Rico's commonwealth status problem. Is independence or statehood the key? Support Puerto Rico Forward on …

This episode focuses on US congress' attempts to benefit from Puerto Rico's vulnerable economic status after Hurricane Maria. Follow Puerto Rico …

This episode focuses on Puerto Rico's complicated legal status as it's own nation as well as US commonwealth.

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