Energy and political status are urgent issues for a Puerto Rico facing the compounding calamities of neoliberal austerity, climate catastrophes, and energy crisis.
Building the democracy front
Willie Matos, who worked his entire adult life for Puerto Rican liberation and freedom for working class people everywhere, passed away on October 14.
Something unprecedented is happening in Puerto Rico which, like the U.S., will hold its general election on November 5th. For the first time ever, the island could elect a governor who favors Puerto Rico’s independence from the United States.
Climate action is breaking out all over
The Citizens’ Victory Movement and the Puerto Rican Independence Party are forming a coalition called La Alianza. Their goal: a radical shift in Puerto Rican politics.
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"Las Playas Son del Pueblo” carries with it a reminder to the government and private interests that our beaches and natural resources are not for sale."
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