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Puerto Rico Forward explores the archipelago though it's long colonial history and complicated economic relations, both domestic and international. Hosted by Andrew Mercado-Vázquez of San Juan, and pr... more
FAQs about Puerto Rico Forward:How many episodes does Puerto Rico Forward have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
March 26, 2019Puerto Rico Forward: PROMESA, part 4Our 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? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes as well as other special updates: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more27minPlay
February 19, 2019Puerto Rico Forward: PROMESA, part 3Our 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 actually have? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes as well as other special updates: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more22minPlay
February 01, 2019PRF Review: Trump wants Puerto Rico to failAndrew reviews recent articles providing evidence of the Trump administration's desire (and plan) to see the Puerto Rican economy fail. Video versions available on Patreon: https://patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more12minPlay
January 15, 2019Puerto Rico Forward: PROMESA, part 2Our 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? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes as well as other special updates: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more24minPlay
January 02, 2019PRF Review: Essential DocumentariesAndrew Mercado-Vázquez of Puerto Rico Forward reviews two documentaries that are essential viewing for understanding the Puerto Rico issue: Jurakán and The Last Colony. Video versions available only on Patreon: https://patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more7minPlay
December 18, 2018Puerto Rico Forward: PROMESA, part 1A 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? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes as well as other special updates: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more27minPlay
November 15, 2018Puerto Rico Forward: PR is not a "Commonwealth"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? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more25minPlay
October 15, 2018Puerto Rico Forward: Paradise is for MillionairesPR 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... Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more25minPlay
September 15, 2018Puerto Rico Forward: A Look Behind the Smoke and MirrorsOne of the most overlooked elements behind the Puerto Rico issues is the massive lobbying effort that has created the bizarre legal landscape it is. Who are the mysterious "third party groups" pulling the strings on these lobbying efforts? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more18minPlay
August 15, 2018Puerto Rico Forward: The Colonial Ways of US CitizenshipThis 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 you're a resident of Puerto Rico? How does it differ from those who live within the 50 states? Support us on Patreon and get early access to full episodes: https://www.patreon.com/puertoricoforward...more16minPlay
FAQs about Puerto Rico Forward:How many episodes does Puerto Rico Forward have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.