Name: Here's Why Puerto Rico Is Part of the U.S. - Sort Of
Duration: 198
Description: Learn about Puerto Rico's complex history, starting with its Spanish rule to becoming a U.S. territory. See how its eventual commonwealth status, the 2006 recession, and 2017's Hurricane Maria have caused political and economic upheaval.

Learn about Puerto Rico's complex history, starting with its Spanish rule to becoming a U.S. territory. See how its eventual commonwealth status, the 2006 recession, and 2017's Hurricane Maria have caused political and economic upheaval.

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Here's Why Puerto Rico Is Part of the U.S. - Sort Of

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