"Let's call it el comeback!" 🎶 ✊ Join hosts George and Martin on this month's episode of Mano a Mano as they delve into Puerto Rico's revitalization movement, "El Comeback." Explore how Puerto Ricans are reclaiming their island's potential amidst the ongoing challenges. On the pod, we'll discuss the impacts of the debt crisis, natural disasters, political instability, and the mass migration to the U.S. mainland fueled by Puerto Rico's territorial status. On the flip side, we delve into the "El Comeback" where Puerto Ricans are moving back to the island - eager to contribute to its resilience and resurgence despite lingering uncertainties.
"Let's call it el comeback!" 🎶 ✊ Join hosts George and Martin on this month's episode of Mano a Mano as they delve into Puerto Rico's revitalization movement, "El Comeback." Explore how Puerto Ricans are reclaiming their island's potential amidst the ongoing challenges.
🎙️On the pod, we'll discuss the impacts of the debt crisis, natural disasters, political instability, and the mass migration to the U.S. mainland fueled by Puerto Rico's territorial status. On the flip side, we delve into the "El Comeback" where Puerto Ricans are moving back to the island - eager to contribute to its resilience and resurgence despite lingering uncertainties. Hear about the dilemma faced by millions of our fellow U.S. citizens of Puerto Rico - hardworking families and young professionals torn between returning to the island or staying stateside.
🎤 Special guest Angelique Sina, President and Founder of Friends of Puerto Rico, joins the conversation to share insights into her personal journey and efforts in accelerating economic opportunities for Puerto Ricans.
CONVERSATION OVERVIEW:
NEWS AND UPDATES - [00:02:10]
[00:04:31] Political visits to Puerto Rico.
[00:08:27] Republican, Democrat, and Pro-statehood candidates in Puerto Rico.
[00:11:49] Population changes and declines in Puerto Rico.
[00:19:31] Introducing El Comeback phenomenon
INTERVIEW W/ ANGELIQUE SINA - [00:21:24]
[00:24:34] Social impact through Friends of Puerto Rico.
[00:28:46] Economic development in Puerto Rico.
[00:30:33] Economic development through entrepreneurship.
[00:34:16] Impacts of Territorial inequality in Puerto Rico.
[00:42:14] Progress after Hurricane Maria
[00:44:32] Economic development strategies.
[00:50:15] The comeback journey.
[00:54:14] Opportunities for Puerto Rico and Driving Future Growth
Tune in to join the discussion on Puerto Rico's ongoing journey toward progress and what you can do to stop the colony and let Puerto Rico decide!