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Comic Strip PEPITO Keeps Puerto Ricans Informed After Hurricane María
The strip continues to push the envelope.
DEMOCRACY NOW! Focuses on Puerto Ricans in Vieques as They Fear Toxic Contamination
“You know, the Navy owes the people of Vieques. The federal government owes the people of Vieques…”
PUERTO RICO AFTER THE STORM Is a New Bonus Podcast Episode From NPR’s Latino USA
This is a really strong mini-episode.
Read What California’s New ‘Sanctuary State’ Law Has to Say
ICE is still around, by the way.
Judge Expedites Discovery Schedule for DACA Case as National Deadline Looms
Make the Road is suing on behalf of its 11 staff members with DACA and clients who will no longer be able to file new applications or renewals.
Paternalism Towards Puerto Rico Isn’t a ‘Trump Problem,’ It’s a Colonial One
While some have been surprised by Trump’s paternalism, the United States has treated the island in this way for at least 120 years.
Hurricane Trump Blasted Through Puerto Rico in Just Four Hours
It will be remembered as the oddest presidential visit to Puerto Rico ever.
Trump’s Insulting Visit to Puerto Rico Did Nothing to Help Puerto Ricans Heal
Sadly, the response of local leaders also left much to be desired.
Hours After Telling Trump Only 16 People Died During Maria, PR Gov Says Death Count Doubled
And we expect it to keep rising.
Gutiérrez on Puerto Rico: ‘Mr. Speaker, It Was Worse Than I Imagined and It Broke My Heart’
“My beloved Puerto Rico, you are not alone.”
Analyst: Puerto Rico’s Debt Service Payment Could Be Reduced to Zero, For Now
“Hurricane María changes everything.”
The Domestic Terrorism That Happened in Las Vegas Needs to Be Called Just That
Pay close attention to how the media reports this story.
Colonial Status Laid Bare in Donald Trump’s Response to Puerto Rico Crisis
Unwillingly, Donald J. Trump will become one of the presidents who, whether by choice or pressure, will be remembered for helping Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico’s Public Safety Secretary Admits There Are More María-Related Deaths
Pesquera offers contradicting information about deaths due to the hurricane’s strike.
Pesquera reconoce que hay más muertos por María
El Secretario de Seguridad Pública ofrece información contradictoria sobre los decesos por el paso del huracán.
In the Aftermath of Hurricane Maria, Mental Health Is Taking a Toll
“The road to physical, mental, and emotional recovery will be a long one.”
Why Is María’s Death Toll in Puerto Rico Being Underreported?
Latino Rebels Radio: October 1, 2017
Unknown Number and Whereabouts of Arrested for Alleged Curfew Violations in Puerto Rico
Although the government has confirmed there are people in jail for allegedly committing serious crimes during the curfew, no government official has been able to say how many and where they are.
Desconocido el número y paradero de los arrestados por violar el toque de queda
Aunque el gobierno ha confirmado que hay personas encarceladas por alegadamente cometer delitos graves durante el toque de queda, ningún funcionario ha podido precisar cuántos son ni dónde están.