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2012-01-17T01:00:00Z

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H.R.2499: Lymphedema Diagnosis and Treatment Cost ... - OpenCongress

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Freakdaddy Dawn Whitham

2010-12-30T19:00:00Z

African American Members Of The United States House Of Representatives. Hr 2499 The Puerto Rico Democracy Act. Tycoon Roller Coaster Games. Pacific Hbo Miniseries. How Did Phil Harris Die. Map Of Bryan Texas. Wonder Years Episode Guide. ...

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Man With The 22 Inch Dick

2010-12-25T19:00:00Z

HR 2499, the Puerto Rican Democracy Act rigs the vote of the Puerto Rican people in favor of statehood. Is it time to recylce those 50-star American flags? By a vote of 223-169 yesterday, the US House passed a bill that will allow ...

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2010-12-23T19:00:00Z

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12.18.10 (The 3% Way in Puerto Ricoas Status)

2010-12-18T19:00:00Z

The 3% Way in Puerto Rico¶s Status In Citizenship Equality, Commentary and Analysis, Enemies of Equality, HR 2499, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico Democra 4 Buzzup(s)

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2010-12-15T19:00:00Z

Apr 28, 2010 If Congress is going to ask Puerto Rico if they want to become a state, as HR 2499 does, then Congress has an obligation to understand in Does Clinton's win in Puerto Rico mean anything? When it says rain for jamaica ...

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Rubén Berríos statement on HR 2499 at US Senate hearings – English

2010-12-12T19:00:00Z

Rubén Berríos statement on HR 2499 at US Senate hearings - English.

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009

2010-12-03T19:00:00Z

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“SOLO HAY CUATRO OPCIONES DE STATUS”

2010-12-01T19:00:00Z

“Agradezco a los senadores Bingaman y Murkowski que hayan validado las cuatro opciones de estatus contenidas en el proyecto HR2499. El pueblo de Puerto Rico está a la espera de acción. Una vez establecidas oficialmente esas opciones, ...

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WRGW News: Pierluisi Speaks About PR Statehood

2010-11-15T19:00:00Z

Second, I want to explain why I introduced H.R. 2499 and why passage of the bill by the U.S. House of Representatives is of such great importance, notwithstanding the Senate's subsequent—and not-surprising—failure to act on the ...

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Popular Democratic Party Rejects HR 2499, Puts Forward Its Own ...

2010-11-13T19:00:00Z

——————————————————————————————————————— 112th Congress, 2nd Session, Last day thereof … HR 1952.2 (y Arroz con Gandules a Bomba y Plena) To provide an unnecessary federally san

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When you don't have the votes, spin, spin,spin… | La Acera

2010-11-07T19:00:00Z

And that's without mentioning those Republicans and Democrats that were in favor of HR 2499 that are now heading towards leadership positions, congressmen like: Eric Cantor, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Steny Hoyer and Debbie Wasserman-Schultz. ...

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When you don't have the votes, spin, spin, spin…

2010-11-07T19:00:00Z

Prop 23 “suspend global warming law” fails in California | Watts ...

2010-11-02T20:00:00Z

And then one day, Spanish will be the primary language of both California and Puerto Rico (if HR 2499 clears the Senate, which pretty much guarantees that Puerto Rico becomes the 51st state). But I'm not fortuneteller. ...

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5:10 AM - Christian Gunslinger

2010-10-22T20:00:00Z

5) To agree to the Burton 'fake official English' Amendment to the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) Burton (IN) amendment (No. 4 printed in H. Rept. 111-468) that retains the requirement that all ballots used for authorized ...

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Revisiting legislation of the 111th Congress

2010-10-19T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rican statehood (HR 2499). Back in April 2010, word started to spread about a vote on legislation that would propose the question of statehood to Puerto Rican residents. When the question has been asked of whether Puerto Rico ...

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U.S. Senate Kills H.R. 2499 | Solid Principles

2010-10-13T20:00:00Z

La Chuleta Congelá' reports, Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-NM), chairman of the senate's Energy and Natural Resources Committee has nixed any Senate movement on HR.2499.

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US Senate Kills HR 2499, White House Delays Task Force on PR's ...

2010-10-11T20:00:00Z

However, many in Congress—Doc Hastings their leader during the HR 2499 debate in the House—have argued that Puerto Rico does not need a congressional mandate before it carries a local plebiscite on status because they have done it ...

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U.S. Senate Kills H.R. 2499, White House Delays Task Force on P.R. ...

2010-10-11T20:00:00Z

However, many in Congress—Doc Hastings their leader during the H.R. 2499 debate in the House—have argued that Puerto Rico does not need a congressional mandate before it carries a local plebiscite on status because they have done it ...

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Efrain's Corner: To the shelf goes H.R. 2499

2010-10-07T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 was introduced on May 19, 2009 with much debate from all political parties in Puerto Rico and some discussion in the U.S. mainland as well. All the attention seemed to have awakened some to the colonial dilemma that hangs over ...

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SUSPACK: Lou Dobbs – American Hypocrite, HOT TOP TRENDS

2010-10-06T20:00:00Z

NONO NO TO Puerto Rico Statehood at Desert Conservative There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, with voting on the bill, H. R. 2499, taking place as early as this week in the U. S. House of Representatives. ...

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Please Cut the Crap!: Republicans: C***-Blocking the future; Even ...

2010-10-06T20:00:00Z

Couple that with H.R. 2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which would allow Puerto Ricans to hold a plebiscite to either confirm their current status as a commonwealth or approve a change in political status, as well as to hold another ...

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Puerto Rico Status: US Senate shelves HR 2499 – Puerto Rico Daily ...

2010-10-04T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, calls for the US Congress to enact legislation that would allow Puerto Ricans to vote for a status definition, thus ending a century-old debate. The bill, authored by Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi, was approved by the ...

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Dot Calm's Page of Truth & Sedition: 372 Bills That Have Been ...

2010-10-02T20:00:00Z

198) H.R. 2499, Puerto Rico Democracy Act 199) H.R. 2510, Absentee Ballot Track, Receive and Confirm Act 200) H.R. 2522, Regarding Calleguas Municipal Water District Recycling Project 201) H.R. 2529, Neighborhood Preservation Act ...

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Auto Body Master: Tar Heel Tally

2010-09-27T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico status: Voting 223 for and 169 against, the House on Thursday upheld a check (HR 2499) sanctioning Puerto Rico to hold a plebiscite on either it wishes to sojourn a U.S. domain or find autonomy or statehood. ...

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The Stark Raving Viking: Puerto Rico, 112 Years of US Occupation

2010-09-23T20:00:00Z

The victor gained several island possessions spanning the globe and a rancorous new debate over the wisdom of imperialism. * * * * Rubén Berríos statement on HR 2499 at US Senate hearings - English ...

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Brian Darling's Cojones: Prototype of a Bombastic Know-Nothing

2010-09-21T20:00:00Z

In the post, Darling (unsuccessfully) attempts to make a coherent argument against, principally, HR 2499 (the latest attempt to bring equality to Puerto Rico), generally, the costs of statehood, and, ignorantly, the traditional ...

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Someday Voters will take a look at the Work Legislators Do or Don ...

2010-09-21T20:00:00Z

These include some bills that are surely familiar (such as the climate change bill, the Disclose Act, and the small business bill), and some that might not be (such as HR2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act). ...

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Opposing Views: Statehood for Guam, American Samoa, US Virgin Islands

2010-09-18T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rican Democracy Act, HR 2499, passed the House on April 29th of this year on a 223-169 vote. This bill also awaits Senate consideration and there is a push to get this bill passed by the end of the year. As we wrote earlier: ...

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Weasel Zippers » Blog Archive » Mike Pence Wins Value Voters ...

2010-09-17T20:00:00Z

Pence voted for HR 2499. May want to check his voting record a little more closely. williamkane says: September 19, 2010 at 1:20 AM. Politics is about gaining capitol and Palin is gaining a crap load of IOU's well deserved. ...

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Statehood for Guam, American Samoa and the US Virgin Islands

2010-09-16T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, would provide for fair, no-cost-to-the-federal-taxpayer plebiscites that Puerto Rico could conduct if it wishes — at its own cost — regarding the territory's political status. ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update

2010-09-13T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 has both its pros and cons for both Americans and Puerto Ricans. For one, this Puerto Rico Democracy Act lets Puerto Ricans continue to enjoy their commonwealth status which allows them to enjoy the protection and freedoms and ...

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The Bills Left Behind

2010-09-10T20:00:00Z

Judge Andrew Napolitano Warns of “Slippery Slope” with Arizona's ...

2010-09-08T20:00:00Z

He needs to do his homework on this cuz right now he comes across as a little clueless. killergames187 says: September 10, 2010 at 6:42 am. Hello,People need to go look at this new bill” House passes Puerto Rico bill H.R.2499. ...

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Soveranistas versus Autonomistas within the PPD

2010-08-29T20:00:00Z

This was one of the Puerto Rico Democracy Act's (HR 2499) most striking shortcomings. It proposed a three-way race between statehood, independence, and free association. In other words, statehood was competing against two forms of ...

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LULAC: From Taquachito to Salsa in 16 Years

2010-08-29T20:00:00Z

The letter was to beat down a letter from the Mexican American Political Associated (MAPA) addressed to Speaker Pelosi regarding HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, legislation that on April 26, 2010 had not yet passed the House ...

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Judge Andrew Napolitano Warns of “Slippery Slope” with Arizona's ...

2010-08-20T20:00:00Z

He needs to do his homework on this cuz right now he comes across as a little clueless. killergames187 says: August 22, 2010 at 9:03 am. Hello,People need to go look at this new bill” House passes Puerto Rico bill H.R.2499. ...

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H.R. 2499….Puerto Rico 51st state « Boricua speaks his mind

2010-08-18T20:00:00Z

... it is part of the record of the hearing held on may 19th 2010. he stated that the party “After the 19998 humiliation the state hood party went back to the drawing board and came up with a scheme that now takes the form of H.R. 2499. ...

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Take Me To Your Lizard: Vote Jeff Smith for AZ-6

2010-08-18T20:00:00Z

We are coming down to the last few days before the August 24 primary election and Arizona Congressional District 6 voters have a choice to make in the Republican primary about whether to send Jeff Flake back to Washington for a sixth ...

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Making Money With Options

2010-08-16T20:00:00Z

Parity versus Equality

2010-08-11T20:00:00Z

... The Big Lie: The PPD's "Commonwealth" Tagged: Commonwealth, costs of statehood, Enhanced Commonwealth, Governors of Puerto Rico, HR 2499, HR 2499 is fair, Parity, Parity for Puerto Rico, Parity in federal programs, Parity vs. ...

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Voices That Must Be Heard: Statehood for Puerto Rico under assault ...

2010-08-11T20:00:00Z

The "pull" of the growing right became evident in the "partial failure" of the Republican branch of the New Progressive Party of Puerto Rico [a political party that supports statehood] in April when Congress voted on HR 2499, the Puerto

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Statehood for Guam, American Samoa and the U.S. Virgin Islands ...

2010-08-08T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rican Democracy Act, H.R. 2499, passed the House on April 29th of this year on a 223-169 vote. This bill also awaits Senate consideration and there is a push to get this bill passed by the end of the year. ...

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Statehood for Guam, American Samoa and the US Virgin Islands

2010-08-08T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rican Democracy Act, HR 2499, passed the House on April 29th of this year on a 223-169 vote.* This bill also awaits Senate consideration and there is a push to get this bill passed by the end of the year. As we wrote earlier: ...

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Statehood for Guam, American Samoa and the US Virgin Islands

2010-08-08T20:00:00Z

News Essentials: Statehood under siege - statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

The 'soft spot' of the growing right was evident in the 'semi failure' of the Republican faction of the NPP in April when Congress voted on HR 2499 plebiscite draft submitted by the Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi and who lobbied ...

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English Language Unites: Congressional Lame Duck Opens Pandora's ...

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

One major and certainly “ambitious” piece of legislation that recently passed through the House and which leaders in the Senate could try to ram through during the lame duck session is H.R. 2499, or the Puerto Rican Statehood Bill. ...

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English Language Unites: PUERTO RICO STATEHOOD PLOY HARMS ENGLISH ...

2010-08-04T20:00:00Z

So he naturally supports the effort to pass H.R. 2499 in the Senate and, if that fails, to slip pro-statehood language into immigration legislation,” Cannava warns. “The better path would be for the island's voters to decide their ...

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New Scheduler Will Become Event Planner and Speaker Liaison for ...

2010-08-03T20:00:00Z

Official Blog of the Puerto Rico Statehood Students Association. ABOUT PRSSA · CONTACTS · HR 2499 · WHY STATEHOOD. Posted by: Eduardo J. Soto | August 4, 2010. New Scheduler Will Become Event Planner and Speaker Liaison for PRSSA ...

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Weasel Zippers » Blog Archive » Rep. Mike Pence (R-Joooo Lover ...

2010-08-03T20:00:00Z

Pence was one of the two republicans that voted for HR 2499 Puerto Rico statehood. Perhaps he can explain that vote, since it was non-binding, just a little time bomb for the next progressives to act on in 10-20 years. ...

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“El momento es ahora para consultar al pueblo sobre status ...

2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

Hemos tenido que ir a mendigar fondos federales relacionados a la Reforma de Salud, al proyecto de empleos y el HR 2499 se ha quedado en la hornilla de atrás. Con el resultado de una consulta habilitada por el P. de la C. 1434, ...

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United States Plus One – The Prospect of Puerto Rico as the 51st ...

2010-08-02T20:00:00Z

The prospect of America gaining a new state would normally be newsworthy, yet H.R.2499 missed out. Meanwhile, decade old perceptions of Democratic gerrymandering, and opinions based on the 93 and 98 failed plebiscites re-surfaced. ...

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A Puerto Rican option for the Republicans » Ventura County Star

2010-08-01T20:00:00Z

Fortuno supports HR 2499 (also supported by such House conservatives as Minority Whip Eric Cantor, Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence and former Republican Study Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling), which would conduct a ...

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Red Alert: Large National Mobilization Wanted

2010-07-30T20:00:00Z

Here's ALIPAC's DC Directory for your convenience. http://www.alipac.us/ftopict-63874.htmlCall up and say “I'm calling to tell Congressman ______ to please vote no on HR 2499 because an issue as important as statehood for Puerto Rico ...

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Obstructionist Challenges to Self-Determination Appear, Again « La ...

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

[It starts by noting that the U.S. Senate is heading out for its summer recess without the Energy and Natural Resources Committee having decided what to do with H.R. 2499—“it is not a secret that the bill will not advance and will ...

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Will Brogdon endorse Fallin?

2010-07-28T20:00:00Z

She was merely supporting a bill, HR 2499, that would allow the people of that island to decide “to hold a non-binding vote expressing their wishes” either to go independent, vote for statehood or remain as they are, ...

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New Southern strategy for GOP? | GazetteNET

2010-07-27T20:00:00Z

Fortuno supports H.R. 2499 (also supported by such House conservatives as Minority Whip Eric Cantor, Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence and former Republican Study Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling), which would conduct a ...

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Slavery Bill HR 5741 in Debate

2010-07-26T20:00:00Z

The HR 5741 bill is also known as the “slavery bill” and many believe this will destroy the US commerce as US [...] Related posts: Historic Vote on HR 2499; Cash for Caulkers Bill Passed; Bill Cowher Wife, Kaye Cowher, Dies.

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How an Independent Mind Can Cut through the Fog of Puerto Rico's ...

2010-07-26T20:00:00Z

Apparently, he noticed that the recently passed H.R. 2499, which could result in Puerto Rican independence or statehood, did not garner the attention of the American people as much as the possible admission of a new state should. ...

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Border enforcement and Puerto Rican statehood | Pahrump Valley Times

2010-07-22T20:00:00Z

Fortuno supports H.R. 2499 also supported by such House conservatives as Minority Whip Eric Cantor, Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence and former Republican Study Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling , which would conduct a ...

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Border enforcement and Puerto Rican statehood | Pahrump Valley Times

2010-07-22T20:00:00Z

United States Plus One

2010-07-21T20:00:00Z

Apparently, he noticed that the recently passed HR 2499, which could result in Puerto Rican independence or statehood, did not garner the attention of the American people as much as the possible admission of a new state should. ...

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Opinion: GOP's best option may be resident of Puerto Rico | The ...

2010-07-21T20:00:00Z

Unemployment Extension Vote (60-40)

2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

... Extension vote which resulted in 60-40. The votes where read aloud and all Democrats voted in favor of the bill except for [...] Related posts: Historic Vote on HR 2499; Tax Extension Forms 2010; Cash for Caulkers Bill Passed.

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Through Puerto Rico, the GOP can reach out to Hispanics « Tiempo ...

2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

Fortuno supports H.R. 2499 (also supported by such House conservatives as Minority Whip Eric Cantor, Republican Conference Chairman Mike Pence and former Republican Study Committee chairman Jeb Hensarling), which would provide for a ...

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Colored Demos:: The Status of Puerto Rico, H.R. 2499, and Luis Fortuño

2010-07-20T20:00:00Z

At the heart of this debate is the question of self-determination, as well as H.R. 2499, also known as the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. This legislation would mark the first time that the U.S. Congress actively supports resolution of the ...

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Tinytown Unleashed » It isn't often that I disagree with George Will

2010-07-19T20:00:00Z

In May of this year, the U.S. House passed H.R. 2499, a nonbinding resolution that will ask Puerto Ricans whether they wish to be a state. Through the years, Puerto Ricans have rejected statehood, preferring to remain sovereign - to ...

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Puerto Rico an option for GOP: TMNews.com

2010-07-16T20:00:00Z

A PUERTO RICAN OPTION FOR GOP | El Fin De La Colonia

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

jimmiebeeee: SPARE ME INTELLECTUAL LAZINESS!

2010-07-15T20:00:00Z

Yesterday I sent a reply e-mail to a friend who forwards alarmist right-wing blather about how Barack Obama is out to destroy America. Again, it was bullshit steeped in fear and shallowness. The latest message desperately tried to prove ...

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Archaeologists Uncover Goliath's Hometown | MyElection.info

2010-07-13T20:00:00Z

HR.2499 Audio Documentary – United States Plus One – The Prospect of Puerto Rico as the 51st State. about 20 hours ago - No comments. 'United States Plus One – The Prospect of Puerto Rico as the 51st State'. When HR.2499, the Puerto ...

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HR.2499 Audio Documentary – United States Plus One – The Prospect ...

2010-07-12T20:00:00Z

'United States Plus One – The Prospect of Puerto Rico as the 51st State'. When HR.2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010 passed the House.

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Solid Principles Podcast: Episode 33 | Solid Principles

2010-07-11T20:00:00Z

United States Plus One – The Prospect of Puerto Rico as the 51st State: 78 Minute Audio Documentary on HR2499.

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Maritza Stanchich, Ph.D.: University of Puerto Rico Student Strike ...

2010-07-03T20:00:00Z

It will seem ironic for those who do not follow Puerto Rican politics that a party, the New Progressive Party, that supports statehood for Puerto Rico and is behind H.R. 2499, euphemistically called "Puerto Rico Democracy Act 2010" ...

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Ferrer: “El País no está pidiendo un plebiscito” - El Nuevo Día

2010-07-02T20:00:00Z

Given the fact that HR 2499 on Puerto Rico's political status has stalled in the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources US Senate, where as much as you try to approve a resolution stating the status alternatives that would have the ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood « San Antonio Tea Party

2010-06-29T20:00:00Z

Would you please call the U.S. Representatives today and ask them to vote no on H.R. 2499? This is a trojan horse, middle of the night kind of bill that you may not have heard about yet. The Left is trying to label anyone who votes ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood

2010-06-29T20:00:00Z

Would you please call the US Representatives today and ask them to vote no on HR 2499? This is a trojan horse, middle of the night kind of bill that you may not have heard about yet. The Left is trying to label anyone who votes against ...

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Commentary: Puerto Rico: Statehood and strike

2010-06-28T20:00:00Z

Recently, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2499 (“The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010”), a bill sponsored by Puerto Rico's Representative Pedro Pierluisi. As the Act awaits its fate in the Senate, however, the White House ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before It's News

2010-06-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the “current political status” of the island. This sounds innocent enough until the second part of the legislation comes into play; ...

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"ENGLISH FIRST!!! ~ ENGLISH ONLY!!!"

2010-06-26T20:00:00Z

Contact Congress to vote against HR 2499 - The Puerto Rico Statehood Bill . English First Email Alert . www.englishfirst.org . In my last letter to you, I described what appears to be an effort on the part of the elitists in Washington ...

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Expose Obama » Blog Archive » Obama's amnesty for illegal aliens ...

2010-06-24T20:00:00Z

Obama /Soeotro has a bill in the house number H.R. 2499. "The Puerto Rico Democracy Act." This bill has 180 sponsors so far. The bill is pushing for statehood for Puerto Rico which is now just a independent commonwealth and as such ...

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Voices That Must Be Heard: Queens Puerto Ricans rally for destiny ...

2010-06-23T20:00:00Z

The national chair of the National Coalition for Puerto Rican Statehood, Peter Fontanes of Long Island City, attended a HR 2499 rally in Washington, D.C. on April 29 to show his support for the bill. "It's time for Puerto Rico to choose ...

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FEDERAL WRONGS – STATE'S RIGHTS

2010-06-21T20:00:00Z

Why was the Health Care Reform Bill passed unconstitutionally? The constitution requires a two-thirds congressional vote, this was split... 51 States? HR 2499 Puerto Rico Statehood – What Is The Problem? HR 2499 is a bill that will ...

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Judge Andrew Napolitano Warns of “Slippery Slope” with Arizona's ...

2010-06-20T20:00:00Z

Hello,People need to go look at this new bill” House passes Puerto Rico bill H.R.2499. howardb42006 says: June 22, 2010 at 4:06 pm. I can hear the Big Gov't backfiring. Sounds like Freedom…. MrMick73 says: June 22, 2010 at 4:58 pm ...

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Efrain's Corner: Puerto Rico: Statehood and Strike

2010-06-19T20:00:00Z

Newt Gingrich Interviews Luis Fortuño, Governor of Puerto Rico ...

2010-06-17T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico... The Curious Crisis of 16970 Puerto Ricans By Ricardo González. 16970. That's the number of government... Newt Gingrich Interviews Luis Fortuño, Governor of Puerto Rico Part 2 . ...

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Puerto Rico: Statehood and Strike / Council on Hemispheric Affairs

2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

Queens Newspaper New York - Queens NY News Paper- The Queens ...

2010-06-16T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rican Congressmember Nydia Velázquez, who represents Maspeth, Ridgewood and Woodside does not oppose statehood, but feels HR 2499 has been imposed on the Puerto Ricans by Congress. “Let us be clear – this legislation is designed ...

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Queens Newspaper New York - Queens NY News Paper- The Queens ...

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act H. R. 2499, if approved by the US Senate and signed to law by Honorable President of the United States Barack Obama, will make history by allowing the People of PR for the first time in one hundred and ...

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Queens Newspaper New York - Queens NY News Paper- The Queens ...

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

World News » Commentary: Puerto Rico: Statehood and strike

2010-06-15T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Statehood - HR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

The U.S. Natural Resources Committee has moved to bring HR 2499, a bill regarding Puerto Rico statehood, to the house floor. HR 2499 isn't actually a vote for Puerto Rico statehood but does require a vote to be taken. ...

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Nominee For U.S. Deputy Attorney General Believes 9/11 Was A Crime ...

2010-06-14T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico statehood bill was brought to the House this week after a surprise announcement last Thursday. Debate on this bill has been severely limited by the way Democratic Leaders are managing the process. ...

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The 51st Police State: U.S. National Guard being used to 'fight ...

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

Earlier this year the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2499, which put Puerto Rico on the path to statehood. The resolution would offer Puerto Ricans a two step vote, first asking them if they would like to remain a ...

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The Work of Rafael Ferrer at El Museo del Barrio | The Americano

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico... The Curious Crisis of 16970 Puerto Ricans By Ricardo González. 16970. That's the number of government... Washington Irving and All Things Spanish By Armando Miguélez. If we take a look at. ...

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'Real-Politik Ditto': The 51st Police State: U.S. National Guard ...

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

Observations from the "Island of Enchantment": The Status Issue

2010-06-13T20:00:00Z

Should Puerto Rico, essentially a U.S colony, become the 51st state, maintain its current status quo, or become independent? The island's political status has always been a perennial issue, one which has provoked much heated debate and ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood Calls HR For A Puerto Rico Vote

2010-06-12T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee has moved to bring a bill regarding Puerto Rico Statehood, HR 2499, to the house floor. HR 2499 is not directly a vote for Puerto Rico statehood, but it does require a vote to be taken in Puerto Rico. ...

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H.R. 2499 – where did this come from? « Chad Dewey for U.S. ...

2010-06-10T20:00:00Z

For those that aren't aware, H.R. 2499 is an attempt at making Puerto Rico the 51st state of the United States rather than a “free association” of the U.S. Each of the three times Puerto Rico had a vote on their ballots whether or not ...

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mental_floss Blog » Morning Cup of Links: Geek Love and Animal ...

2010-06-09T20:00:00Z

Below is the official summary from the House on HR 2499. Official Summary 4/29/2010–Passed House amended. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010 – Authorizes the government of Puerto Rico: (1) to conduct a plebiscite giving voters the option ...

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Mathematical Model Shows What Future Flags Would Look Like as U.S. ...

2010-06-08T20:00:00Z

pThe a href=http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/bdquery/z?d111:H.R.2499: target=_blankPuerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010/a, currently making its way through Congress, could make it it a necessity. The bill would grant the territory's residents ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood Calls HR For A Puerto Rico Vote

2010-06-04T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee has moved to bring a bill regarding Puerto Rico Statehood, HR 2499, to the house floor. Even though HR 2499 doesn't link directly to Puerto Rico statehood, it doesn't require a vote to be taken. ...

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All Power To The Positive!: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010: The ...

2010-06-03T20:00:00Z

Under H.R. 2499, Puerto Ricans living on the Island and U.S. citizens born in Puerto Rico — but not necessarily living there today — would be eligible to participate in the plebiscites. This approach is substantially similar to the one ...

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Central & South America & the Carribean: Political Status of ...

2010-06-01T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 (Pierluisi) would authorize a two-stage plebiscite in Puerto Rico to reconsider the status issue. As passed by the House, the bill provides that if a majority of voters opt for a change in status in the first plebiscite, ...

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CRS — Political Status of Puerto Rico: Options for Congress (Updated)

2010-05-31T20:00:00Z

In the 111th Congress, HR 2499 (Pierluisi) would authorize a two-stage plebiscite in Puerto Rico to reconsider the status issue. HR 2499 is similar to HR 900 as introduced in the 110th Congress. The 111th Congress legislation, however, ...

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Marijuana tax among plans for cash-strapped US states

2010-05-29T20:00:00Z

Kansas delays payments to schools again By Rachel WhittenApril 5, 2010 (KansasReporter) TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas... 51 States? HR 2499 Puerto Rico Statehood – What Is The Problem? HR 2499 is a bill that will allow Puerto Rico. ...

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Eagle Forum Blog: Deceitful Tactics to Make Puerto Rico a State

2010-05-26T20:00:00Z

*Editor's Note: After this commentary was recorded, the House passed the Foxx amendment to the Puerto Rico bill (H.R. 2499), which gives Puerto Ricans four options (including commonwealth) in the second referendum. ...

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Pedro Pierluisi, Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner in Washington ...

2010-05-26T20:00:00Z

To Pierluisi, the analysis to be made by the interagency group designated by President Barack Obama cannot go beyond acknowledging, as did the House of Representatives on the HR 2499 bill on status, that Puerto Rico has four ...

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Phyllis Schlafly is wrong on Puerto Rico statehood

2010-05-26T20:00:00Z

Eagle Forum, Schlafly's communications group, has been one of the staunchest opponents of HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. Despite their best efforts, the group failed to stop HR 2499 in the House and the bill is now on its way ...

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Rahm's Maxim: BP Oil Spill: Gulf & Golfing | Clarion Advisory

2010-05-25T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rican Democracy Act rigs the vote of the Puerto Rican people in favor of statehood. […] Opposition Builds to 9/11 Mosque May 24, 2010. Mosque backer said U.S. shared blame for 9/11. […] ...

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H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 ... - OpenCongress

2010-05-25T01:00:00Z

If you would like to create a wiki entry for this bill, please Login, and then select the wiki tab to create it. ... Or, if you know of a blog post about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this p. Source: opencongress.org ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood – HR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote

2010-05-24T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee has moved to bring HR 2499, a bill regarding Puerto Rico statehood, to the house floor. HR 2499 isnâ€™t actually a vote for Puerto Rico statehood but does require a vote to be taken. ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood Bill Picks Up Steam | Eurasia Review

2010-05-24T20:00:00Z

Last Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources conducted a hearing on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rican Democracy Act. The House passed this legislation last month 223-169 after adding an amendment to allow the people of ...

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The Maxim of Rahm: BP Oil Spill | Clarion Advisory

2010-05-24T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rican Democracy Act rigs the vote of the Puerto Rican people in favor of statehood. […] America Following Greece to Economic Ruin? May 24, 2010. Republicans seek to stop taxpayer bailout of Greece. […] ...

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A Lobbyist's Perspective on Puerto Rico

2010-05-23T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 is a simple bill. It allows for two plebiscites in Puerto Rico. The first would give the people the option of remaining in the Status-Quo, or for a change. If the change option won, the people would then vote again, ...

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Ray Suarez: Puerto Rico Democracy Act | GoodPorkBadPork.com

2010-05-23T20:00:00Z

Luis Gutierrez of Illinois, all Democrats were against HR 2499. Status, the legal framework for Puerto Rico's relationship to the United States, has dominated the island's politics for decades. The three main political parties, ...

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Ray Suarez: Puerto Rico Democracy Act

2010-05-23T20:00:00Z

Mr Suarez, the wording of this survey (HR 2499) is completely biased (and meaningless). As written, the survey aims to fragmentize the votes of all the other options, except statehood. They know statehood would acquire around 40% while ...

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GR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote â€“ Puerto Rico Statehood

2010-05-21T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee moved to bring HR 2499 to the house floor- a bill that regards Puerto Rico statehood. Even though HR 2499 doesnâ€™t link directly to Puerto Rico statehood, it doesnâ€™t require a vote to be taken. ...

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Ballot Access News » Blog Archive » Little Interest in Congress on ...

2010-05-21T20:00:00Z

The most dramatic election law-related change that might pass this year is HR 2499, to provide for a vote on Puerto Rico's status. See this interesting column by John Fund in the Wall Street Journal of May 13. HR 2499 already passed the ...

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GR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote â€“ Puerto Rico Statehood ...

2010-05-21T20:00:00Z

Testimony on HR 2499

2010-05-20T20:00:00Z

If you have the patience to read this testimony, you will find these men are either in favor of or against HR 2499, based on their assessment of the likely outcome. A reasonable position for all of them. You will notice, if you read ...

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Guam-Guam-Guam: Bordallo speaks of Guam political status before ...

2010-05-20T20:00:00Z

The Committee also received testimony on other insular area issues, namely H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010; the proposed Constitution of the U.S. Virgin Islands; and S. 2941, the Republic of the Marshall Islands ...

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Jewish group condemns Gingrich for comparing Obama's polices to ...

2010-05-19T20:00:00Z

Oppose Statehood For Puerto Rico (HR 2499) bY Charmm HR 2499 – Statehood for Puerto Rico. The Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to ensure there are more votes for their side in 2010 and 2012. They are pushing for voting ...

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Central & South America & the Carribean: Political Status of ...

2010-05-19T20:00:00Z

PRFAA | News & Media

2010-05-18T20:00:00Z

Thank you, Mr. Chairman…and Ranking Member Murkowski…for the opportunity to appear this morning before you and fellow members of this Committee to express my support of H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico 51st State?: How many votes will this bring ...

2010-05-18T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 is stealth legislation designed to lead to the admission of Spanish-speaking Puerto Rico as the 51st state, thereby making us a de facto bilingual nation, like Canada. The U.S. Congress should not be forcing Puerto Ricans to ...

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Congressman Luis Gutierrez is wrong - PRFAA | News & Media

2010-05-17T20:00:00Z

Opposition to H.R. 2499 in the House was led by Congressman Luis Gutierrez, a far left ideological gadfly tied to the Chicago-based Democrat political machine and under various criminal investigations. ...

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Alfonso Aquilar: Proclaim liberty in Puerto Rico | Washington Examiner

2010-05-17T20:00:00Z

Recently the House of Representatives passed HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which sets up a fair process that would allow the U.S. citizens of the island the opportunity to attain the same rights as their fellow citizens of the ...

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Congressman Luis Gutierrez is wrong: Puerto Rico Never Voted for ...

2010-05-16T20:00:00Z

Obama Slashes Anti-Terrorism Budget..TO NEW YORK CITY! | Health ...

2010-05-15T20:00:00Z

government transparency, Greece, Green Jobs, Green Police, Guantanamo Bay, Guardian, Gun confiscation, gun rights, guns, Guns and Shooting, Guns and the Courts, H.R. 2499, H.R.1, H.R.1388, H.R.1444, H.R.2816, H.R.3200, H.R.3221 … ...

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Pelosi to Aspiring Musicians: Quit Your Job, Taxpayers Will Cover ...

2010-05-14T20:00:00Z

Eric Holder Refuses To Say “Radical Islam” | Health Care Bill Facts

2010-05-13T20:00:00Z

Give Us Liberty: CALL TO ACTION...

2010-05-13T20:00:00Z

Please click here now to send an email to Nancy Pelosi and your Representative and tell him to vote NO on H.R. 2499 which forces a vote on rigged referenda to make Puerto Rico the 51 state! Also click here to send an email to the chief ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood Calls HR For A Puerto Rico Vote

2010-05-11T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee has moved to bring a bill regarding Puerto Rico Statehood, HR 2499, to the house floor. Even though HR 2499 doesnâ€™t link directly to Puerto Rico statehood, it doesnâ€™t require a vote to be taken. ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood | Food Like That: Recipes your mouth will like

2010-05-11T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee moved to bring HR 2499 to the house floor- a bill that regards Puerto Rico statehood. HR 2499 isn't really a vote for Puerto Rico statehood but does require a vote to be taken. Statehood is a possible ...

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Efrain's Corner: Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) Petition

2010-05-10T20:00:00Z

I recently posted a message from the National Congress for Puerto Rican Rights(NCPRR) calling the Puerto Rico Democracy Act(HR 2499): Inadequate; Contradictory and Confusing. A petition stating the several problems associated with the ...

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Are Opponents to Puerto Rican Statehood Racist or Just Foolish ...

2010-05-10T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 should be opposed on the grounds that it is a very bad move in the present economic and financial climate, with the possible political consequences precluding Americans from being in favor of statehood for the island nation of ...

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The Carnival of Latin America and the Caribbean « Supra Footwear ...

2010-05-10T20:00:00Z

Congress quietly passed HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. But why? Supra Shoes does anyone understSupra Shoes what's in it? At Real Clear World: Venezuela: Baduel Sentenced to Eight Years. This entry was posted on Tuesday, ...

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Ticked Off at Congress Regarding HR 2499 -- Heard of it?

2010-05-07T20:00:00Z

However, I am curious to know how many people within SGP are familiar with HR 2499 and how SGP members feel about it. This bill was passed in the House of Representativesa little over a week ago. The bill allows for a two-step election ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood - HR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote ...

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee moved to bring HR 2499 to the house floor- a bill that regards Puerto Rico statehood. HR 2499 is not directly a vote for Puerto Rico statehood, but it does require a vote to be taken in Puerto Rico. ...

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The Liberal Doomsayer: Friday Mashup (5/7/10)

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

Voting 223-169, the House passed a bill (HR 2499) authorizing Puerto Rico to hold a plebiscite on whether it wishes to remain a U.S. territory or seek independence or statehood. If the mandate is for change, a second vote would be held ...

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The Musings of a Muskogee Politico: Brogdon: Obama, Pelosi and ...

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

If Puerto Rican voters reject the plebiscite, HR 2499 directs the Puerto Rican government to conduct elections every 8 years until it passes. Fallin explains what she thinks the bill does: “the only difference is the people of Puerto ...

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The Dragon's Tales: Puerto Rico Status in the Senate (sorta HR 2499)

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Status in the Senate (sorta HR 2499) · May 19, 2010: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Date of scheduled hearing. SD-366. 9:30 a.m.. I'll have more time after everyone is enroute on Tuesday. ...

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The Intelligent Aboriginal News Service

2010-05-06T20:00:00Z

Full Committee Hearing: to receive testimony on the proposed Constitution of the U.S. Virgin Islands; S. 2941; H.R. 3940; and H.R. 2499 (Hearing Room SD-366) Scheduled for Wednesday, May 19, 2010 09:30 AM ...

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TheVITimes.org – Providing Alternative News and Views » Blog ...

2010-05-05T20:00:00Z

Full Committee Hearing: to receive testimony on the proposed Constitution of the U.S. Virgin Islands; S. 2941; H.R. 3940; and H.R. 2499 (Hearing Room SD-366). Scheduled for Wednesday, May 19, 2010 09:30 AM ...

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Michael Bloomberg wants to anti-gun solution to “crisis” | Health ...

2010-05-05T20:00:00Z

government transparency, Green Jobs, Green Police, Guantanamo Bay, Guardian, Gun confiscation, gun rights, guns, Guns and Shooting, Guns and the Courts, H.R. 2499, H.R.1, H.R.1388, H.R.1444, H.R.2816, H.R.3200, H.R.3221, H.R.3590 … ...

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Overseas Territories Review: US Senate to Consider Constitutional ...

2010-05-05T20:00:00Z

Delaware Conservatives Attack Mike Castle : Delaware Liberal

2010-05-05T20:00:00Z

Tags: Christine O'Donnell • DE-Sen • Mike Castle. By Unstable Isotope. The News Journal's Dialogue Delaware blog finds this web ad that Delaware supporters of Christine O'Donnell's campaign made to attack Mike Castle. ...

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Navani Knows the Puerto Rican Democracy Act « Navani knows…

2010-05-04T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, as approved by the House, stipulates that Puerto Ricans will hold a plebiscite in for voters to choose whether to: a) “…continue to have its present form of political status” (in relation to the U.S.) or b) “…have a different ...

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PJ Media » Puerto Rico and the Recurring Plebiscite

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show. This, of course, completely undermines the whole point of the proposed second vote. The whole idea of having a two-step vote was to establish that a majority wanted ...

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FDIC Takes a Whack in P.R. – Agencies Next? | ZeroHedge

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

Select your preferred way to display the comments and click "Save settings" to activate your changes. Wed, 05/05/2010 - 11:20 | Link to Comment .... http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show. Related Issue Areas ...

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PJ Media » Puerto Rico and the Recurring Plebiscite

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

FDIC Takes a Whack in P.R. – Agencies Next? | ZeroHedge

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

PJ Media » Puerto Rico and the Recurring Plebiscite

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

FDIC Takes a Whack in P.R. – Agencies Next? | ZeroHedge

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

PJ Media » Puerto Rico and the Recurring Plebiscite

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

FDIC Takes a Whack in P.R. – Agencies Next? | zero hedge

2010-05-04T01:00:00Z

does anyone else think it's an accident that house bill HR2499, "Puerto Rico Democracy Act" was snuck to vote and passage (223 to 169) on April 29th? yes - that's 4 days ago... oh, you didn't hear about that one either? ... http://www

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The Megamerge Dissolution Solution: H.R. 2499 Passes, Creating ...

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

by T.L. Winslow (TLW) http://go.to/megamerge. Check the Latest on the Megamerge Dissolution Solution from. Google News. Video Bar. Loading... Tuesday, May 4, 2010. H.R. 2499 Passes, Creating Process for Determining Puerto Rico's Status ...

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Will Mayor Bloomberg Apologize for Speculation About Bomber Being ...

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

Half Empty: Pete Olson Votes “No” On Democracy

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 is a bill, passed in the House (223-169) and now in the Senate, that would allow Puerto Rico to conduct a free and democratic election, a referendum actually, asking only this question: Which do you prefer, 1) the status quo in ...

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Efrain's Corner: From the National Congress for Puerto Rican Rights

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

Rather, the NCPRR asks the President and Congress to address the serious flaws in HR 2499 and create a law that reflects provisions necessary for full self-determination by and for the Puerto Rican people. HR 2499, as approved by the ...

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Trout Hand: Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before ...

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the "current political status" of the island. This sounds innocent enough until the second part of the legislation comes into play; ...

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My Experiences with the Healthcare Takeover Vote and My Thoughts ...

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

Did you see the vote on H.R. 2499? 39 Republicans voted for the bill, 40 Democrats voted against it. Hello? This is a bill that will not allow a fair vote for the Puerto Ricans! Three times PR has been asked to vote on U. S. statehood. ...

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DreamsDontFade » Ready for America to gain another state?

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 — if it passes — would force a yes or no vote in Puerto Rico on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the “current status” of the island. Wait, that's not a vote on statehood. That's a vote on do you want to “maintain the status ...

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Bills Passed in Congress: April

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Democracy Act: The House passed H.R. 2499, to provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico, by a yea-and-nay vote of 223 yeas to 169 nays with 1 voting ``present'', Roll No. ...

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Pajamas Media » Puerto Rico and the Recurring Plebiscite

2010-05-03T20:00:00Z

I believe it was Nietzsche who proposed a theory of eternal recurrence, where you are living and re-living the life you live now to all eternity. Congress, by passing HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, may have accomplished the ...

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House Tracker: H R 2499: On Motion to Recommit with Instructions ...

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

H R 2499: On Motion to Recommit with Instructions - Failed! Puerto Rico Democracy Act Overview Puerto Rico Democracy Act Vote Details. Result: Failed; YEAs: 194; NAYs: 198. Additional Notes. This vote took place on 2010-04-29. ...

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House Tracker: H R 2499: On Passage - Passed!

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

H R 2499: On Passage - Passed! Puerto Rico Democracy Act Overview Puerto Rico Democracy Act Vote Details. Result: Passed; YEAs: 223; NAYs: 169. Additional Notes. This vote took place on 2010-04-29. Posted by GC at 10:29 AM ...

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PUERTO RICO DEMOCRAT CORNER: Prelude to Equality

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

We stand before the beginning of the end of our journey. A journey paved away by the fathers of our movement for equal rights in Puerto Rico. The approval of H.R. 2499 is our "Prelude to Equality". The time has come. ...

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Jake Towne's Comments on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of ...

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, passed the House last week by a vote of 223-169.

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Harrolds.blogspot.com: o'desparate - Playing the Puerto Rico "race ...

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

A scheduled Thursday vote in the House of Representatives on HR 2499, dubbed the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, was designed to rig the game in favor of Puerto Rican statehood, something native Puerto Ricans have rejected in the last three ...

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Brogdon campaign attacks Fallin's support of Puerto Rican ...

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

Mary Fallin's support of HR 2499 – the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010 – the campaign for Randy Brogdon, the Republican state senator running for governor against Fallin, said in a press release Monday that the bill “fast tracks (the) ...

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Amnesty and HR 2499 - Patriotic Resistance

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

I am very upset, I just saw on C-Span, that the Progressives aka Marxist are pushing Amnesty again. Might I suggest a tea party campaign around the concept of Amnesty-free states, those states would nullify the Amnesty mandate on 10th ...

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Liberal Congressman Agrees With Glenn Beck on Toxicity of Stealth ...

2010-05-02T20:00:00Z

Don't tell anybody but Congress is scheduled to vote today on H.R. 2499, a bill that could end up paving the way to Puerto Rican statehood, that is being presented with such incredible stealth that it has been given almost no coverage ...

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Mental Notes and Random Musings: The New World Order VS The Real ...

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

During HR 2499 {the bill to force Puerto Rico to vote on it's sovereignty} I tried to find all pertinent information on the bill, and most Google links went strait to PrisonPlanet.com which was rather odd. ...

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TowneForCongress.com » Economy » Comments on HR 2499, the Puerto ...

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, passed the House last week by a vote of 223-169. If the bill passes the Senate and is signed by the President, this will authorize a two-stage public vote on the future political status of ...

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Comments on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 ...

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

Originally published May 3, 2010 at http://towneforcongress.com/economy/comments-on-hr-2499-the-puerto-rico-democracy-act-of-2009-1 HR 2499, the Puert.

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Nydia and Jose – The End? | The NYC Delegation

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

They were both born on the Island, came to New York, became Democrat Representatives of the Hispanic community, and almost everything they voted on, they voted (94 percent) together. Until H.R. 2499 came and changed everything. ...

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HR 2499... Statehood for Puerto Rico... Vote Coming Up Sooon ...

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

The Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to ensure there are more votes for their side in 2010 and 2012. They are pushing for voting rights for the District of Columbia and now this…

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Central & South America & the Carribean: Political Status of ...

2010-05-01T20:00:00Z

In the 111th Congress, H.R. 2499 (Pierluisi) would authorize a two-stage plebiscite in Puerto Rico to reconsider the status issue. H.R. 2499 is similar to H.R. 900 as introduced in the 110th Congress. The 111th Congress legislation, ...

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House Vote On Passage: H.R. 2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of ...

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

Number: House Vote #242 in 2010 [primary source: house.gov]. Date: Apr 29, 2010. Result: Passed. Bill: H.R. 2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010. Totals, Democrats, Republicans, Independents. All Votes. Needed To Win. Yea: 223, (52%) ...

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House Vote On Passage: HR 2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

http://www.govtrack.us/congress/vote.xpd?vote=h2010-242 House Vote On Passage: HR 2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010 Number: House Vote #242 in 2010 [primary source: house.gov] Date: Apr 29, 2010 Result: Passed Bill: HR 2499: Pue. ...

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A Vote for Puerto Rico's Statehood PASSED - H.R. 2499

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

A Vote for Puerto Rico's Statehood PASSED - H.R. 2499. As reported by Glenn Beck, DC insiders passed through a bill that could grant statehood to Puerto Rico. The aim is to empower Puerto Rico and Washington DC by giving Democrats (AKA ...

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So what happened with Puerto Rico? - XDTalk Forums - Your XD/XD(m ...

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

So what happened with Puerto Rico? Im trying to find results on the Bill. Seems like it just never existed!

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Political Truth and Fact: Saturday's Web

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

One Stop News: Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update (HR 2499)

2010-04-30T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 has two pros and cons to every American, and Puerto Rico. For one, this Puerto Puerto Rico Democracy Act also allows people continue to enjoy their commonwealth status that allows them to appreciate the protection and freedom, ...

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JURIST - Paper Chase: US House approves Puerto Rico status ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act [HR 2499 text, PDF] was introduced by Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi (D) [official website], Puerto Rico's nonvoting delegate to the House, and had 181 co-sponsors, including nearly 60 Republicans. ...

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House OKs Puerto Rico Statehood Vote | Drudge Retort

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Representatives passed H.R. 2499, which puts Puerto Ricans on the fast track to statehood, should that be the decision residents of that island territory make going forward. The vote was 223 to 169. The measure offers Puerto Rico, ...

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No! To Puerto Rico Statehood! - Political Wrinkles

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before It's News Take Action - Tell your Congressman to vote.

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) - US Message Board ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Well, you can have faith in the complete transformational sell out and enslavement of our Country and our people by the progressive traitors in our gov't.... Statehooders also believe that, while we are part of the US economy and not ...

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H.R. 2499 Passes, Creating Process for Determining Puerto Rico's ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

You are here: Home / Latest Updates / H.R. 2499 Passes, Creating Process for Determining Puerto Rico's Status. H.R. 2499 Passes, Creating Process for Determining Puerto Rico's Status. April 30, 2010 by latinovations · Leave a Comment ...

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Glenn Beck: HR 2499

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Source:Glenn Beck: HR 2499. Glenn Beck: HR 2499 is a post from: A Conservative Blog. Related posts: "Glenn Beck CPAC 2010 Speech VIDEO: Republicans Don't Need A Big Tent" and related posts; "Republicans Still Hope to Derail Health Care .

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Fallin signs on to 'Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010′

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

“The bill Mary is a cosponsor of (HR 2499) gives the people of Puerto Rico another chance to affirm their desire not to be a state, rahter than allowing Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, Barack Obama and the Democrat congress to dictate to them ...

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The Musings of a Muskogee Politico: House Passes Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

What HR 2499 does is to add an extra step that could help prevent a Democrat supermajority from doing this against the will of Americans and Puerto Ricans. Under this bill, Puerto Ricans would first have to vote on their own to become a ...

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Puerto Rico: Can We Afford This? | Hogue News

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 is stealth legislation designed to lead to the admission of Spanish-speaking Puerto Rico as the 51st state, thereby making us a de facto bilingual nation, like Canada. Only half of the population speaks English. ...

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A New Strategy « Indyfromaz's Blog: The Thoughts of An Independent ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

BlogPatriot: The HR 2499 Trojan Horse

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Brown Pelican Society of Louisiana » How Did They Vote on HR 2499?

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Vote Information Service. Puerto Rico Democracy Act. See how your representative voted: http://www.gop.gov/portfolio/votes/111/2/242. H R 2499 (Roll # 242). Puerto Rico Democracy Act. On Passage 4/29/2010 – 111th Congress, 2nd Session ...

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H.R.2499 | Reclaiming Democracy

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (04/29/2010 legislative day)

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One's Observations: H.R. 2499 Passes, Moving Puerto Rico One Step ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2499, which puts Puerto Ricans on the fast track to statehood, should that be the decision residents of that island territory make going forward. The vote was 223 to 169, ...

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H.R. 2499 Update , An Ol' Broad's Ramblings

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Yesterday, I posted on H.R. 2499, expressing confusion over my rep, Marsha Blackburn's co-sponsoring this bill. I had actually read the bill, and naturally, had concerns. When the only source of information comes from a TV pundit, ...

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AN AMERICAN QUEST: WORTH YOUR TIME TO READ.....

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Now, let's take you to Washington, where there's important vote happening: HR 2499 — it's called "The Puerto Rico Democracy Act." Gosh darn it, who could be against that? The bill is a non-binding resolution, supposedly to support .

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Puerto Rico: A blueprint for becoming the 51st ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, contains language that will rig the election in favor of Puerto Rican statehood. I have written a more comprehensive post titled “Puerto Rico Democracy Act – Legislation Biased in Favor of . ...

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Playing The Puerto Rico Card – IBD – Investors.com « Snow Report Blog

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

Ethnic politics pushes and passes Puerto Rican Statehood « Locust blog

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, titled “A Bill, to provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico” follows a very devious, underhanded multi-step path to essentially force Puerto Rican voters to eventually adopt ...

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Cleveland Tea Party Patriots: Is Puerto Rico Being Forced Down the ...

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

GR 2499 Calls For A Puerto Rico Vote â€“ Puerto Rico Statehood

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

The US Natural Resources Committee moved to bring HR 2499 to the house floor- a bill that regards Puerto Rico statehood. HR 2499 isnâ€™t actually a vote for Puerto Rico statehood but does require a vote to be taken. ...

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HR 2499:Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 | LifeBytes

2010-04-29T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 Bill otherwise known as The Puerto Rico Democracy Act makes Puerto Rico officially the 51st state of United States of America. Read more details.

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Please Take a Number… Then get out! « The Bush Report

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

The U.S. House is voting Thursday on a bill that that will allow Puerto Rico's residents to enter into U.S. statehood. The only ... Senate, then POTUS. Track the progress here: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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Barack Obama says immigration reform is off the table « America's ...

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Perhaps immigration reform/amnesty is placed on the side burner until Puerto Rico adds it's voice to the House and Senate . . . http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show · Reply · Steve Dennis permalink*. May 1, 2010 ...

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Please Take a Number… Then get out! « The Bush Report

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Barack Obama says immigration reform is off the table « America's ...

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Please Take a Number… Then get out! « The Bush Report

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Barack Obama says immigration reform is off the table « America's ...

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Please Take a Number… Then get out! « The Bush Report

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

Update 4/29/10 5:09 p.m. PT: The House passed the Puerto Rico statehood measure. Now on to Senate, then POTUS. Track the progress here: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show. Sharing is Caring: Email · Facebook ...

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Barack Obama says immigration reform is off the table « America's ...

2010-04-29T01:00:00Z

April 30, 2010 8:57 am. Perhaps immigration reform/amnesty is placed on the side burner until Puerto Rico adds it's voice to the House and Senate . . . http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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The Brian Lehrer Show: Meet Ralph Gardner - WNYC

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

STOP HR 2499 - Call your Congressperson & say “Hell No” to enabling the New Progressive Party in Puerto Rico to make it a state. Most people there want to be a territory. The Dems/New Progs committed to this in 2008 & now they are ...

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GUEST WRITER VELEZ: Puerto Rico's Statehood Is a Matter of ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 currently has 181 cosponsors, including 57 Republican Representatives that have stood for the core American values: democracy and justice. These leaders have recognized that it is time for Congress to step up their act and allow ...

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StormyKnight's Blog | 51 Stars? Time to Change the Flag?

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499- A bill that will eventually, due to the way it's crafted, make Puerto Rico our 51st state. There's always an outside chance that Obama is trying to create the 57 states he visited during the election and is trying to cover up ...

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Congressman Pence remarks re: Puerto Rico Democracy Act | Somos ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Remarks by Congressman Mike Pence regarding H.R. 2499, Puerto Rico Democracy Act. Mr./Madam Speaker, I come before the House today to express my support for H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, a bill which grants the ...

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ALERT: Puerto Rico a 51st State??? Vote is TODAY! | Tea Party ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the “current political status” of the island. This doesn't seem so bad until the second part of the legislation comes into play; ...

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H.R. 2499 Update « LA Muckraker

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 Update. leave a comment ». The House of Representatives voted in favor of House Resolution 2499 earlier today. The final Yes and No votes counted 223 and 169 respectively. ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

It seems like the four million citizens of Puerto Rico will finally be given a chance to state their desire as the HR 2499 Puerto Rico bill is poised to be voted on by the US House. The bill HR 2499 was planned by a group of some ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood according to H.R. 2499 - Greater Phoenix ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

After last evening's discussion of this topic at the West Valley Tea Party Patriots meeting, I returned home to watch the recording of Glenn Beck's show, listening to his explanation and warning about the stilted language of this bill, ...

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Freedom and Liberty Episode 20 | Freedom and Liberty

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Please everyone that reads this look into HR 2499. Its a bill that will sneak statehood to puerto rico under the noses of the Puerto Ricians and the american people. The Pueto Ricians have already voted no to statehood ( i believe) four ...

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Trent Franks will vote NO on H.R. 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Got this email a bit ago from his Chief of Staff, Randy Kutz: He is voting no. FYI Randy M. Kutz Chief of Staff Office of Congressman Trent Franks 2435 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 680-3753 ...

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Daily Kos: Today in Congress

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

(10 minutes); Gutierrez (IL): Would provide that the ballots in the plebiscite to be conducted under H.R. 2499 are printed in Spanish. (10 minutes); Burton (IN), Young, Don (AK): Would retain the requirement that all ballots used for ...

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H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 U.S. Congress ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 U.S. Congress … Official government data, breaking news and blog coverago… e, public comments and user community for HR2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. read the full article here ...

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Oppose H.R. 2499, Statehood for Puerto Rico « Simranjeet Singh

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the “current political status” of the island. This sounds innocent enough until the second part of the legislation comes into play; ...

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H. Res. 1305: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2499 ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

A resolution in the US Congress: Providing for consideration of the bill (HR 2499) to provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.

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HR 2499 Places Puerto Rico Under Statehood : World Correspondents

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

There is a move to push the country Puerto Rico to become the 51st state in the United States. Known as HR 2499 or the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, the bill.

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VIDEO - HR 2499 Brings Statehood to Puerto Rico... | Gather

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Apr 29, 2010 United States self-governing unincorporated territory, Puerto Rico may become Americas 51st state thanks to HR 2499.

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U.S. House Poised to Take Historic Vote on H.R. 2499 – Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, April 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The US House is poised to vote today on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, a bill that.

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HR 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The HR 2499 bill is at a very crucial point in history as the US house is all set to vote on the bill which will make some significant changes to the status.

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Glenn Beck - Current Events & Politics - Glenn Beck: H.R. 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

A vote for HR 2499 is a vote to allow Puerto Rico to declare itself a state, elect two Senators and six representatives and send them to Washington. GLENN: I'll have you know, the representatives aren't too concerned because Puerto Rico ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update : World Correspondents

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Here's an update about the world famous act in Puerto Rico known as HR2499. There is a move to push the country Puerto Rico to become the 51st state in the.

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HR 2499 PASSED....Now what? - Tea Party of West Michigan

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

http://www.the912project.us/forum/topic/show?id=2881797:Topic:750192&xgs=1&xg_source=msg_share_topic UPDATE: HR2499 PASSES!April 29, 2010 | 7:04 PM ET House Approves Puerto Rico Vote Legislation The House of Representatives voted ...

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Playing The Puerto Rico Card - IBD - Investors.com

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Historic Vote on HR 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The US House is set to vote today on HR 2499 also known as the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. The HR 2499 is a bill that will “help bring America's promise of self-determination to the US citizens of Puerto Rico for the first time in 112 ...

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The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499 Passes House, Now to be Considered by ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 Passes House, Now to be Considered by Senate. The House on Thursday approved legislation that could set in motion changes in Puerto Rico's 112-year relationship with the United States, including a transition to statehood or ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499)

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to ensure there are more votes for their side in 2010 and 2012.

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

There is a move to push the country Puerto Rico to become the 51st state in the United States. Known as “HR 2499″ or the “Puerto Rico Democracy Act”, the bill is opposed by a lot of Puerto Ricans. Puerto Rico is [...]

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HR 2499 – The Fast-track to Voter Fraud

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The quest to gain the Hispanic vote is taking a despicable turn today as the US House of Representatives takes up House Resolution 2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. Leftists and Progressive Republicans would say about my comment ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Known as “HR 2499? or the “Puerto Rico Democracy Act”, the bill is opposed by a lot of Puerto Ricans. Puerto Rico is [...] Related posts: 10 Dead in Yazoo City Mississippi (MS) tornado/storm (Update); Ukrainian Parliament Fight Over ...

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US House Poised to Take Historic Vote on HR 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Under HR 2499, the territorial government could conduct plebiscites asking voters if they wish to maintain or change the island's current political status. If a majority of voters want a change, a plebiscite could be held to ask their ...

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hr 2499 puerto rico | TrendyTwits

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The AtlanticWire (blog)Right Worked Up About Puerto Rican StatehoodThe AtlanticWire (blog)... Puerto Rico a state and further "transform America."

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Response to Rep. Doc Hastings: No More Time or Answers are Needed …

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 would provide terms for plebiscites that Puerto Rico could conduct to determine the preferences of Puerto Ricans regarding the territory's political status. It should be noted that the territorial government can already ...

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TNSONSOFLIBERTY.COM: Why are Zach Wamp and Marsha Blackburn ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

There is nothing Republican or Conservative about supporting HR 2499!!! What could possibly be their reasoning? America is bankrupt, the Federal Government is on a shopping spree with your tax dollars, and we cannot afford any more ...

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Puerto Rico a Potential 51st State?

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 was introduced in Congress, a piece of legislation that may allow Puerto Rico to become a state. by Raven Clabough.

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Is Puerto Rico About To Become The 51st State? | Disinformation

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

This bill, H.R. 2499, would have two parts. The first would be a referendum asking Puerto Ricans not whether they wanted their homeland to become a state—as in past votes—but whether they wanted to change to “a different political ...

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Salisbury News: House Votes To Allow Puerto Rico To Choose Status

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Puerto Ricans have voted against statehood three times since 1967, preferring their present status as an independent commonwealth in association with the U.S. Under H.R. 2499, Puerto Ricans will vote on the issue of statehood yet again. ...

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Commonsense & Wonder: Transforming America

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Give Us Liberty: So What's Up With Puerto Rico?

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499. First Step: Asks all Puerto Ricans ” Do you want to maintain the current status of Puerto Rico?” A trick question to further the Progressive Agenda. Tells all Puerto Ricans “This is a “NON BINDING” Bill” Trick to solidify the ...

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U.S. House Poised to Take Historic Vote on H.R. 2499 – Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The U.S. House is poised to vote today on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, a bill that would help bring America's promise of self-determination to the U.S. citizens of Puerto Rico for the first time in 112 years, said Gov. ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) – Dark Politricks

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

What Is the Rush with Puerto Rico Statehood Vote? « History of Our ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Heritage Foundation says the fix is in for Puerto Rican statehood ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

News Flash: HR 2499 passed the House 223-169. See "Puerto Rico statehood bill passes House, 223-169; Update: Ballot bias towards statehood cured?" Evidently, Michelle Malkin's organization agrees with Heritage on the rigging in the ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood HR 2499 - Newsopi.com

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Statehood HR 2499-Puerto Rico Statehood/HR 2499 calls for a Puerto Rico vote. It seems that the US Natural Resources Committee is trying hard.

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Epoch Times - Puerto Rico Statehood Bill HR 2499 Passes The House

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The House of Representatives on Thursday approved 223 to 169 legislation that would allow Puerto Rico to become a state, if residents approve at the ballot box.

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Puerto Rico Statehood Bill HR 2499 Gets Congressional Approval ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Statehood Bill HR 2499 Gets Congressional Approval. Posted by under Puerto Rico , World · No Comments. Comments are closed. Archived Entry. Post Date : Friday, Apr 30th, 2010 at 1:23 am; Category : Puerto Rico and World ...

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Wyoming Watchdogs » Blog Archive » Puerto Rico Statehood Bill HR ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 introduced last October, provides for making the decision in a two-phase vote. In the first phase, voters would have “the option to vote to continue Puerto Rico's present political ...

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American Renaissance News: Puerto Rico Democracy Act--Legislation ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, later this week. The legislation provides Puerto Rico a two stage voting process and makes some non-resident Puerto Ricans ...

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Why I Endorsed Marco Rubio, Chuck DeVore and Marlin Stutzman ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499. romans12n2 Thursday, April 29th at 3:43PM EDT (link). SORRY TO HIJACK YOUR POST, BUT I NEEDED THIS UP TOP. CALL YOUR REPS TELL THEM NO ON 2499 TODAY http://beforeitsnews.com/news/37267/Oppose_Statehood_for_Puerto_Rico_HR_2499. ...

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H.R. 2499 Passes House – Puerto Rico a Potential 51st State ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 (Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009), a piece of legislation that may allow Puerto Rico to become a state. The bill requires Puerto Rico to hold an election on a referendum that reads, “Do you want to maintain the status quo? ...

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hr 2499 | T2ME2.COM

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Here is an update in relation to world popular in Puerto Rico, as you know, HR2499. There is a move to push the region of Puerto Rico became a 51-m speakin...

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The Dragon's Tales: House of Representatives is Debating HR 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

House of Representatives is Debating HR 2499. he House on Thursday took up legislation that could set in motion changes in Puerto Rico's 112-year relationship with the United States, including a transition to statehood or independence. ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico | Best Breaking News

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

It seems like the four million citizens of Puerto Rico will finally be given a chance to state their desire as the HR 2499 Puerto Rico bill is poised to be voted on by the US House. Read the rest here: HR 2499 Puerto Rico ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

It seems like the four million citizens of Puerto Rico will finally be given a chance to state their desire as the HR 2499 Puerto Rico bill is poised to be.

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Why the rush on the Puerto Rico statehood bill? (Rep. Luis ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Congress Matters ::

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Facts on Puerto Rico statehood needed BEFORE, not after vote on HR ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Facts on Puerto Rico statehood needed BEFORE, not after vote on HR 2499 Ranking Republican Doc Hastings outlines concerns and questions about HR 2499, The.

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Liberal Congressman Agrees With Glenn Beck on Toxicity of Stealth ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

El Jibaro Gringo: H.R. 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act Sam

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act Sam. There will be a congressional vote today to determine whether or not to give Puerto Ricans a choice on the status of Puerto Rico with respect to the US. In the current system, the "status quo", ...

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hr 2499 puerto rico - alice lark's blog

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The AtlanticWire (blog)Right Worked Up About Puerto Rican StatehoodThe AtlanticWire (blog)… Puerto Rico a state and further "transform America." Beck details precisely how progressives will carry out their scheme: Congressmen voting for ...

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HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act Update | World News Update

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Here's an update about the world famous act in Puerto Rico known as HR2499. There is a move to push the country Puerto Rico to become the 51st state in the.

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HR 2499 » Puerto Rico Democracy Act, puerto rico, puerto rico ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Here's an update in regards to the world well-known act in Puerto Rico called HR2499. There is a move to push the region Puerto Rico to grow to be the 51st.

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HR 2499 » Puerto Rico Democracy Act, puerto rico, puerto rico ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Here's an update in regards to the world popular act in Puerto Rico generally known as HR2499. There is a move to push the region Puerto Rico to become the.

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News Essentials: Puerto Rico: Debate for and against the status

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

"I am so grateful to you, and hundreds of my colleagues in both parties who have supported HR 2499. I can not vote on this afternoon, but know that their vote will give a voice to the aspirations of four million men, women and children ...

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Today in Congress | Bloggers For Change

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

PRFAA | News & Media

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House is poised to vote today on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, a bill that would help bring America's promise of self-determination to the U.S. citizens of Puerto Rico for the first time in 112 ...

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So What's Up With Puerto Rico? « Charging Elephant

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

DelawarePolitics.net - Delaware's Center-Right Voice

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

2 Responses to “HR 2499 up for Vote Thursday?” on 29 Apr 2010 at 06:381 fightingbluehen. There are more conservatives in Puerto Rico than you might think. Most of the successful business owners want statehood. ...

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Congressmen Murphy and Tonko On H.R. 2499 | The New York Gentleman

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

THEY DON'T KNOW HOW THEY'LL VOTE UNTIL THEY CAST THEIR VOTES!!! The New York Gentleman contacted the offices of Congressmen Scott Murphy.

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THE ANTI LIBERAL ZONE: LIBERALS ARE SLIMY CRITTERS (H.R. 2499)

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

"Puerto Rico's non-voting delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives, Pedro Pierluisi, introduced the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (H.R. 2499) on Tuesday May 20, 2009. Billed by Pierluisi as the “just, impartial and democratic” ...

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Hollywood's Conservative Underground: Vote NO on HR 2499

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

POLITICAL MÉLANGE: HR 2499 - PR Seeking Statehood or Is This a Trick?

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 and Blackburn , An Ol' Broad's Ramblings

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

To say I am sorely disappointed that my U.S. Representative is supporting H.R. 2499, would be an understatement! My email to Marsha Blackburn: I cannot begin to tell you how disappointed I am in you for supporting a bill that would make ...

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Rep. Luis Gutierrez: Why the Rush on the Puerto Rico Statehood ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico to be The 51st State? - Viper Alley - Dodge Viper Forum

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The fundemental transformation of America continues to progress tomorrow when the House will vote on and pass HR 2499, which will more than likely.

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* Puerto Rico will be forced to vote for statehood « Count Us Out

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Thus, if H.R. 2499 passes, Congress will have to face a statehood petition during the next Congress and will have two elected senators and six representatives demanding seats prior to Congressional approval. Why is H.R. 2499 fiscally ...

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Southwest Georgia Patriots » Blog Archive » Action Alert: Stop HR ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | DoomDaily

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Rep. Luis Gutierrez: Why the Rush on the Puerto Rico Statehood ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Plumb and Square: Puerto Rico the 51st State

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

If it goes as planned there is legislation in the house of Representatives (H.R. 2499) that would be the first steps of Puerto Rico becomming the 51st State of the Union. The is a resolution in Congress, that could be brought up today ...

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Puerto Rico Our 51st State? Why Now? « We the People of the United ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Democrats 'rigging' Puerto Rico path to statehood? « ACGR's "News ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Democrat Pedro R. Pierluisi, Puerto Rico's pro-statehood delegate to Congress and former co-chair of President Obama's 2008 presidential campaign in Puerto Rico, is sponsor of H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. The act has 181 ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood Ahead? « Colonel6's Blog

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The Castillo Chronicles: Alert: Puerto Rico Statehood Bill

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

We alerted you at the beginning of the week that the House would vote on the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) - a bill that rigs the referendum process to favor Puerto Rico being admitted as the 51st state - but, there is still ...

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Brown Pelican Society of Louisiana » Puerto Rican Statehood Ahead ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Now, let's take you to Washington, where there's important vote happening: HR 2499 — it's called “The Puerto Rico Democracy Act.” Gosh darn it, who could be against that? The bill is a non-binding resolution, supposedly to support ...

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BlogPatriot: H.R. 2499's opponents' plan for Puerto Rico is ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

In a recent letter to the editor (“Puerto Rico's statehood party plots sham vote via H.R. 2499,” Nov. 6), a critic from the islands' minority, commonwealth party made misleading claims about what this bill would and wouldn't do." ...

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The Smoke and Mirrors of the Puerto Rico Democracy Bill (HR 2499)

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The Smoke and Mirrors of the Puerto Rico Democracy Bill (HR 2499). April 29th, 2010 | Author: Toni. Puerto Rico does not need this so called 'non-binding' bill to become a US state. You have to wonder what is the Democrat movement ...

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Watch HR 2499 House Session Live « Statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Today the United States House of Representatives will consider HR 2499 – The Puerto Rico Democracy Act. Today is also our last chance to make a final push for democracy. Call Congress before 10:00am and urge them to pass HR 2499. ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood Bill (HR 2499) : GainesvilleTeaParty.org ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rican Statehood Bill (HR 2499) to be voted on TODAY (April 29th)! Congress has tried to slip this in without the American citizens knowing about it. ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) : Truth is Contagious

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Daily Thought Pad: URGENT: Progressives A Cobbling Together a ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

The problem for the U.S. Congress is that under the vague language of HR 2499 statehood supporters will achieve a majority vote for statehood in a “congressionally sanctioned referendum”. What happens next is spelled out in the 2008 ...

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Knowledge Creates Power: URGENT: Progressives Are Cobbling ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

There are two versions of H.R 2499 and the bill is on the calendar of the House of Representatives. I just called my Representative to confirm that information and urged my Congressman to vote NO. To find contact information link to: ...

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TUNDRA TABLOIDS.......: WHAT IS THE DEM CONTROLLED CONGRESS DOING ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) « Colonel6's Blog

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

Pat Dollard | Young Americans | Blog Archive » Congress Votes ...

2010-04-28T20:00:00Z

According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, later this week (Thursday, April 29). The legislation provides Puerto Rico a two stage voting process and makes some ...

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Puerto Rican Statehood Ahead?

2010-04-28T07:17:00Z

I want to talk to you about the fundamental transformation...

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Vote for Statehood for Puerto Rico UPDATE APPROVED!Vote Tally ...

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

Don't think that political maneuvering stopped with ACORN. Party expansion is major plank of the democrats and any form of gerrymandering looks good. Take HR 2499. http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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H.R. 2499 ??51 States?? Why this is a Problem?

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

Did you like the Health Care bill? "Lets add more people to the bill" Are you going to trust them with anything in Congress today? Okay, Whats H.R. 2499???? Here you go! http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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Vote for Statehood for Puerto Rico UPDATE APPROVED!Vote Tally ...

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 ??51 States?? Why this is a Problem?

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

Vote for Statehood for Puerto Rico UPDATE APPROVED!Vote Tally ...

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 ??51 States?? Why this is a Problem?

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 ??51 States?? Why this is a Problem?

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

Okay, Whats H.R. 2499???? Here you go! http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show "To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico" Why is this a problem? Here you go! ...

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Desert Freedom: Democrats sponsor bill that would force Puerto ...

2010-04-28T01:00:00Z

This attempt by Democrats to add 21 members to the House of Representatives and 2 Senators, now goes to the Senate. For updates see OpenCongress.org . (http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/) ... CBS Team Amused by Pie Attack on Rupert Murdoch, 'G

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H.R.2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2010 - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 239 in the House. Question On Agreeing to the Amendment: Amendment 6 to ...

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HR 2399 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act « MOORE TEA CITIZENS

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The United States House of Representatives is set to vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, as early as this week. This bill would mandate a non-binding expression by the voters of Puerto Rico as to their wishes with regard ...

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Puerto Rico – the 51st State? Congress to move fast on this one ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Sponsored by Puerto Rican delegate Pedro Pierluisi (D), the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) – which has reared its ugly head a number of times over the past few congresses but has yet to have any success – would require Puerto ...

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White House Keepers: Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499 ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before It's News. Asserted by MissElis at 11:16 AM · Email This BlogThis! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Google Buzz. Labels: equal justice, freedom, God's Grace, independence, ...

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worldfromtheservant » Blog Archive » Hr 2499 ~ Video Picture And Extra

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the current political status of the island. This sounds innocent enough until the second part of the legislation comes into play; … ...

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Puerto rico statehood, HOT TOP TRENDS

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

NONO NO TO Puerto Rico Statehood at Desert Conservative There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, with voting on the bill, HR 2499, taking place as early as this week in the US House of Representatives.

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COMMITTEE ON RULES - Summary of Amendments Submitted to the Rules ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Summary of Amendments Submitted to the Rules Committee for HR 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009.

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Puerto Rico Statehood HR 2499! | legaltimes

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

TEXT! Here is a text of the Puerto Rico Statehood bill HR 2499. Do you support Puerto Rico Statehood? The current House bill has 57 Republican co-sponsors and could come to a vote tomorrow. The bill is called the Puerto Rico Democracy ...

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Vote: 'Aye' regarding HR2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Rep. Betsy Markey [D, CO-4] voted 'Aye' on the question: On Passage: HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act regarding HR2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009.

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House Roll Call #241 Details - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 241 in the House. Question On Motion to Recommit with Instructions: H R ...

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House Roll Call #238 Details - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 238 in the House. Question On Agreeing to the Amendment: Amendment 5 to ...

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House Roll Call #234 Details - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 234 in the House. Question On Agreeing to the Amendment: Amendment 1 to ...

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HR 2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Contact your Reps to OPPOSE HR 2499 Statehood for…4 hours ago THIS IS HOW YOU FUNDAMENTALLY TRANSFORM AMERICA. GET THE WORD OUT TO YOUR REPRESENTATIVES TO VOTE NO. There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, ...

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House Roll Call #242 Details - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 242 in the House. Question On Passage: H R 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act ...

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Amendments - HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Burton (R-IN)/ Young (R-AK): #4 Requires the Puerto Rico State Elections Commission to: * Ensure that ballots in the plebiscite include the full content of the ballot written in English. * Inform everyone voting in the plebiscite that, ...

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51 States? HR 2499 Puerto Rico Statehood - What... | Gather

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Apr 28, 2010 HR 2499 is a bill that will allow Puerto Rico the option to become a state in the United States. Since 1898, Puerto Rico has been a self-gove.

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House Roll Call #237 Details - OpenCongress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Back to Main Bill Page. April 29, 2010 Roll call number 237 in the House. Question On Agreeing to the Amendment: Amendment 4 to ...

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Urgent: Democrats rushing through Puerto Rico power grab

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

This time, it's the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499). It would force Puerto Rico to vote on US statehood and is designed to stack the deck in favor of statehood, going even as far as to require the territory to vote every eight years ...

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COMMITTEE ON RULES - Summary of Amendments Submitted to the Rules ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Summary of Amendments Submitted to the Rules Committee for HR 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009.

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Efrain's Corner: U.S. Congress, Puerto Rico and H.R 2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The U.S Congress has finally acted on the H.R. 2499, Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. As stated in the resolutions summary, this allows for two votes. First would be a vote asking whether Puerto Rico should remain in its current ...

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hr 2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Click on HR2499 to see the bill. We need to vote NO! Start paying attention before it is too late!!!!

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499)

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

... there are more votes for their side in 2010 and 2012. They are pushing for voting rights for the District of Columbia and now this… There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, with voting on the bill, HR 2499, [...]

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Hr 2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Here is a text of the Puerto Rico Statehood bill HR 2499. Statehood for Puerto Rico. What does the bill include? Statehood for Puerto RicoThe Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to ensure there are more votes for their ...

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THE FIRST AMENDMENT, NOT POLITICALLY CORRECT II: ANOTHER SNEAK ATTACK

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

True to form for this administration and Congress, when there is on overload of attention given to pending legislation debate such as the Crap and Tax Disaster bill, always be on your guard. Ever since Obama took office, when there is a ...

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Ruh Roh... Trouble Brewing Over PR - SeatStaysUp.com - Beer, Babes ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Brown Pelican Society of Louisiana » ARE REPUBLICANS BEING DUPED ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Remind them to oppose HR 2499 on the grounds that it is a very bad move in the present economic and financial climate, with the possible political consequences precluding Americans from being in favor of statehood for the island nation ...

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Glenn Beck - Current Events & Politics - Glenn Beck: The 51st State?

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

CONGRESSMAN CHAFFETZ: Well, there's a push to push this HR 2499. I see it as part of a four pronged plan that I see to really change the environment here in the United States of America. Amnesty for people who are here illegally, ...

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Hot Air » Blog Archive » House to vote on Puerto Rico statehood ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) put out a report dated July 28, 2009 on H.R. 2499. The CBO report estimated that there would be no score for this bill, because it only authorizes a vote, but if Puerto Rico was granted statehood ...

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Glenn Beck Show, April 28, 2010 « RBO

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

This time, it's the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499). It would force Puerto Rico to vote on U.S. statehood and is designed to stack the deck in favor of statehood, going even as far as to require the territory to vote every eight ...

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Weasel Zippers » Blog Archive » Unbelievable: Dems Push For Puerto ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Org: According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, later this week. The legislation provides Puerto Rico a two stage voting process and makes some non-resident Puerto ...

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Puerto Rico – the 51st State? Congress to move fast on this one ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Freedom's Lighthouse: Puerto Rico the 51st State? House to Take Up ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The House of Representatives is set to take up H.R. 2499 on Thursday, and vote on the "Puerto Rico Democracy Act" that would set a process in motion that would likely lead to Puerto Rico becoming the 51st State. ...

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Foolocracy - Jester's Court — April 28, 2010

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, a bill pushing a decision of Puerto Rican statehood or independence, may come to a vote in the House of Representatives soon. Chinese lawmakers are calling for internet operators to guard state secrets better. ...

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Elect Ronald Reagan, Jesse Helms True Conservatives

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

... Jesse Helms True Conservatives http://bit.ly/9nWsBS #ConsNC #NCGOP #TCOT · pencilpost (pencilpost) : RT @janamurray: Oppose H.R. 2499, Statehood for Puerto Rico http://budurl.com/NOFiftyFirstState #Constitution #TCOT #ConsNC #SGP ...

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HR 2499 LATEST NEWS and BLOG

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Vote Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009HR 2499 H R 2499 To provide for a federally sanctioned selfdetermination process for the people of Puerto Rico IN Search in Vote Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 HR 2499 ...

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Rep. Luis Gutierrez: Why the Rush on the Puerto Rico Statehood ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Silence's Memory - Puerto Rican Statehood Ahead? Colonel6′S Weblog

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Now, lets take you to Washington, where theres important vote happening: HR 2499 its called The Puerto Rico Democracy Act. Gosh darn it, who could be against that? The bill is a non-binding resolution, supposedly to support Puerto Ricos ...

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Rigged House Bill to Make Puerto Rico 51st Welfare State ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

On the eve of a House vote on HR 2499, we are just now finding out about this toxic bill that is rigged in favor of making Puerto Rico the 51st state. Given Puerto Rico's poverty, this means adding a 51st welfare case onto American ...

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Wyoming Watchdogs » Blog Archive » A WH Act of Desperation ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Tagged as: H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 · Cancel reply. Leave a Comment. Name *. E-mail *. Website. Comment Policy Statement. We encourage you to participate in the Liberty's Army Blog by commenting. ...

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Democrats Vote to Ban Republicans from Congress : HR 2499 – End of ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

This is an update to my earlier article;. Welcome the 51st State.. Puerto Rico? ~ (H.R. 2499). I had to write an update to that page and was not sure how to do it so I authored a new page and included the original page below. ...

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Democrats push vote on HR 2499 to make Puerto Rico 51st State ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

On Thursday, April 29th, Congress will take up a piece of legislation, HR 2499. The bill, while non-binding, will require Puerto Rico to hold an election on a referendum asking it's citizens, “Do you want to maintain the status quo? ...

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HR 2499 Proposes Puerto Rico Statehood : World Correspondents

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

There is a move to push the country Puerto Rico to become the 51st state in the United States. Known as HR 2499 or the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, the bill.

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Alert – Watch the Other Hand « Virginia's 5th District

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 is a non-binding resolution in the House of Representatives that would allow Puerto Rico to decide if it wants to become a state in a two stage voting process. Our liberal media is corrupt that this hasn't been reported and its ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) – Before It's News

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the â€œcurrent political statusâ€ of the island. … Response to Rep. Doc Hastings: No More Time or Answers are Needed on Puerto … ...

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URGENT: Puerto Rico our 51st state? VOTE TOMORROW IN CONGRESS!!!

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Tomorrow, Congress will vote on a non-binding resolution known as HR 2499 (http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-2499) (summary here: http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-2499&tab=summary). ...

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2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

leonardo dicaprio girlfriend; hp palm; fokker f27; usc bomb threat; baskin robbins 31 cent scoop night; cj leslie; arizona immigration law sb1070; tim james; drake find your love; hr 2499; rubashkin sentencing; puerto rico statehood ...

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West Virginia Miners Memorial - Patriotic Resistance

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

PUERTO RICO STATEHOOD LOOMS LARGE WITH PROGRESSIVE COMMUNISTS Posted by Gordon on April 28, 2010 at 2:43pm View My Blog H.R. 2499, dubbed the Puerto Rico Democracy Act "The single worst part of H.R. 2499, dubbed the Puerto Rico ...

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Patriot For Freedom: What Happened To The 72 Hrs. Before Voting ?

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 RH Union Calendar No. 164111th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 2499[Report No. 111-294]To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 19, ...

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» Wednesday Open Thread: Bounty Edition - Big Government

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Next week the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on their political future including the possibility of becoming America's 51st ...

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Puerto Rico — the 51st state — stealth statehood in progress ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Alex Castellanos' post discussing the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) correctly points out that “the principles of democracy, inclusiveness, and self-determination belong to all U.S. citizens.” What he misses, however, is the Puerto ...

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Power of The Individual: Back Door Statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rican Statehood Ahead? « Colonel6's Blog

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Ed Tait's Blog » Blog Archive » They're going to vote on what ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

And if it doesn't work this time, HR 2499 will force Puerto Rico to re-visit the question every eight years until they get it right….even Canadians don't force Quebecers to vote every eight years….! Progressives are nothing if not ...

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Rosie's Renegade Humor Blog: The Puerto Rico Democracy Act: Will ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act, H.R. 2499, is expected to hit the floor of Congress on April 29th. I'm sure we will all find out more about it tomorrow, but I did a little research today and found some interesting information. ...

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Puerto Rico – the 51st State? Congress to move fast on this one ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Royal Expressions: HR 2499 calls for a Puerto Rico vote: Puerto ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

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Puerto Rico To Become 51st State? New Bill HR 2499 Vote Tomorrow ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico To Become 51st State? New Bill HR 2499 Vote Tomorrow-Action Alert! The Daily Beck ^ | April 28, 2010 | Glenn Beck. Posted on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 3:38:33 PM by JoeSeales. April 28, 2010- Call your congressman or get ...

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WashingtonWatch.com – H.R. 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

WashingtonWatch.com – H.R. 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. Detailed Summary. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 – Authorizes the government of Puerto Rico: (1) to conduct a plebiscite giving voters the option to vote to ...

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51 States? HR 2499 Puerto Rico Statehood – What Is The Problem ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 is a bill that will allow Puerto Rico the option to become a state in the United States. Since 1898, Puerto Rico has been a self-governing commonwealth.

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H.R. 2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 - The Central ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Please contact your congressman and ask him to vote NO on H.R. 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (This link will take you to a webpage that will allow you to read the full text of the bill.) We believe that the implications of this ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | World News Update

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 – Statehood for Puerto RicoThe Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to ensure there are more votes for their side in 2010 and 2012. They.

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H.R. 2499 ??51 States?? Why is this a Problem?

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

I was going to post this in the Political Wasteland, but I think its more important Here. Why? If this does happen, The power structure of our.

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HR 2499 ~ Video Picture and More

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 would actually force a yes-or-no vote by Puerto Ricans on whether Puerto Rico should maintain the â€œcurrent political statusâ€ of the island. This sounds innocent enough until the second part of the legislation comes into play; ...

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hr 2499 | TrendyTwits

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Legislation Promotes Statehood for Puerto RicoJohn Birch Society (blog)The United States House of Representatives is set to vote on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico.

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THE EXPRESSION » Blog Archive » Puerto Rico Statehood HR 2499!

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Daily Thought Pad: New Progressive Party of Puerto Rico

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Call, Write, Email, and Fax Congress NOR and demand they vote no on HR-2499: The Puerto Rico Democracy Act – This act to be voted on tomorrow – Thursday 4.28.10 is nothing but a Progressive Power Grab to keep the Dems and Progressive ...

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Weasel Zippers » Blog Archive » Unbelievable: Dems Push For Puerto ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Rigging an Election in Puerto Rico — By: Hans A. von Spakovsky ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

I have been working in elections for two decades, and there is no question in my mind that HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act scheduled for a vote tomorrow in the House, is rigged to foist an unwanted and unsolicited 51st state on ...

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Glenn Beck: The Fundamental Transformation of America « The Radio ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 — if this passes it will force a YES or NO vote in Puerto Rico — what they're going to ask is “Do you want to maintain the current status?” Why isn't this the same question as before? Why is this question worded differently this ...

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ACTION ALERT…Puerto Rico Hurtling Toward Statehood to Help Dems ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The vote imagined in H.R. 2499 would put Puerto Rico on the path to statehood with only a plurality of the vote. In other words, if 34% vote for statehood, 33% for Commonwealth and 33% for independence, then statehood would become the ...

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Serrano, others push P.R. status bill as vote nears « Statehood ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Top Democratic and Republican leaders in Congress urged colleagues to support H.R. 2499 the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which is slated to come to the House floor for a vote on Thursday. The letter sent Tuesday to fellow members of ...

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Joel's Rant » Blog Archive » Is Puerto Rico about to become the ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 hits the floor tomorrow – and the press hasn't made a peep. Perhaps everyone is cool with adding another star to the flag? This bill supposedly gives Puerto Rico freedom or something — which is weird because they already have ...

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Dems just want more votes « Bearsearspatriots's Blog

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

ProEnglish opposes H.R. 2499 because it does not make Puerto Rico adopt English as the language of its government as a prerequisite for statehood. Therefore if Puerto Rico is admitted as a state it will destroy our nation's unity in ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood | HR 2499 calls for a Puerto Rico vote

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The House will be considering a bill that gives residents of Puerto Rico a chance to vote on statehood. What does the bill include? READ ON...

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Parrot Head In Paradise: Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499 ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before It's News · Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | Before It's News. Posted by Utah Parrothead at 11:56 AM. 0 comments: Post a Comment · Older Post Home ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) | My Obama News

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Your daily source for all the news on Barack Obama and his administration.

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puerto rico statehood | TrendyTwits

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

congress is voting on hr 2499 tomorrow which will let puerto rico vote on statehood. seemingly a good idea, but could have consequences. Polemist says: RT @AssholeFactor: RT @tlw3: RT @StopBeck: Preying on racial anxieties: Glenn Beck ...

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Blagojevich trial, April 28, 2010, Blagojevich lawyers urge judge ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 is stealth legislation designed to lead to the admission of Spanish-speaking Puerto Rico as the 51st state, thereby making us a de facto bilingual nation, like Canada. • The U.S. would transform, overnight, into a bilingual ...

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Manipulating Puerto Rico | NewsReal Blog

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Among several questionable provisions in the bill (HR 2499), there is a provision allowing Puerto Ricans already residing in the United States to vote. From The Foundry blog: Another odd provision allows non-resident Puerto Ricans to ...

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PUERTO RICO STATEHOOD ~ Video Picture and More

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Oppose H.R. 2499, Statehood for Puerto Rico. There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, with voting on the bill, H.R. 2499, taking place as early as this week in the U.S. House of Representatives. ...

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Puerto Rico Democracy Act – Their Road to Statehood « Be A Patriot!

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, which is being pushed by the New Progressive Party in Puerto Rico trying to create a U.S. sanctioned vote that they say is nonbinding but would give them the legitimacy to implement what is called the Tennessee Plan and then ...

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The Midnight Review: Conservatives Believe Democrats Courting ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) is intended to provide a federally sanctioned vote to Puerto Ricans, allowing them to change the political status of their nation, to either remain a territory, become a state, or possibly an ...

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Legislation Promotes Statehood for Puerto Rico | Welcome to Joyce ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Clue Batting Cage: On Puerto Rico & HR 2499

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

On Puerto Rico & HR 2499. I heard about this this morning through the Tea Party Network I'm a part of. And not surprisingly, they heard about it through Glenn Beck. Now I like Glenn quite a lot. I think he's on the right track. ...

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Puerto Rico Statehood HR 2499!

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

TEXT! Here is a text of the Puerto Rico Statehood bill HR 2499. Do you support Puerto Rico Statehood? The current House bill has 57 Republican.

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Nate Report: Statehood For Puerto Rico On The Table (HR 2499 ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Statehood For Puerto Rico On The Table (HR 2499) April 27, 2010. This is a developing story that has not hit the main stream media yet. There may be a vote in the house as early as this week. If passed into law the end result could have ...

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Redlands Republican Women: 51st state?!?!?

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499: Thanks for the heads up on this one Debra - The bill is tricky first of all and doesn't seem fair to the people of Puerto Rico... But here are the reasons I agree with for not having them become our 51st state: ...

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Vote for Statehood for Puerto Rico Scheduled Tomorrow ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

They vote tomorrow . . We posted this last September–now up for a vote! Don't think that political maneuvering stopped with ACORN. Party expansion is major plank of the democrats and any form of gerrymandering looks good. Take HR 2499 ...

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Freedom Watch-#1633-John Fund-WSJ - Wisconsin and the Voter Fraud ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, tomorrow, Thursday, April 29th. The legislation provides Puerto Rico a two stage voting process and makes some ...

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America for All Americans — By: NRO Staff | Conservative Blog Watch

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act, HR 2499, would set up a process to clarify the sunlit American island's vague political status. Unlike the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico faces no constitutional challenges to the clarification of its ...

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Pirates! Man your Women! » Blog Archive » 51st State?

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 would create a two-step voting process. First, the people of Puerto Rico would vote for either maintaining the status quo or selecting a different political status. If the majority select "different political status," a second ...

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Brown Pelican Society of Louisiana » WHO ARE THE SPONSORS of HR ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Recent Posts :. WHO ARE THE SPONSORS of HR 2499 – Statehood for Puerto Rico? ARE REPUBLICANS BEING DUPED? You May Want to Call Your Congressman · More Danger Signs of ObamaCare and How Many of Its Promises Will Be Broken ...

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H.R.2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 | Toss Congress

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.

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BBCW: H.R. 2499: Will Puerto Rico Become the 51st State Under ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Obama's Imperialism Aiming For 57 States: Democrats Push For ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Si, Si Puede, Puerto Rico « Kingsjester's Blog

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

On the horizon, it's the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499). It would force Puerto Rico to vote on U.S. statehood. It is designed to not-so-subtly force the commonwealth into statehood. This bill is so brazen as to require the ...

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Bienvenido Puerto Rico!!

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 “The Puerto Rico Democracy Act” provides for two rounds of federally sanctioned referenda. The referendums, performed by the State Electoral Commission, will gauge local support for the current political status and voter ...

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Puerto Rico could soon get much more of your money too. - Nissan ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

"H.R. 2499 is a democratic travesty. No two-round election anywhere in the world has been run like this. Runoffs are always between the two most favored options. But here, the second, third and fourth choices may defeat the historical ...

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Gadsden Post: Puerto Rico Democracy Act – Legislation Biased in ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Some of the headlines you may have missed… « Cubachi

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

Talking with @jasoninthehouse about HR 2499 to make Puerto Rico the 51st State 33 minutes ago; RT @PatriciaSmiley: Laura Bush Claims Poisonings, Slams Pelosi and Reid in Upcoming Book http://bit.ly/9jrggR 37 minutes ago ...

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Walking Knowledge: 4/28/2010 Round 2 Win, Goldman Execs, Paid Sick ...

2010-04-27T20:00:00Z

3 p.m. RULES — H.R. 2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD — Two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee. FISCAL SUMMIT — 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The Peter G. Peterson Foundation convenes a fiscal summit to ...

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Welcome the 51st State.. Puerto Rico? ~ (H.R. 2499) | YourDaddy's ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

The democrats want to grant force statehood on the territory of Puerto Rico with the “Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499)”. Puerto Rico can be counted on to vote overwhelmingly for Democrats and all their handouts, ...

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H.Res.1305: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2499) to ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Official government data, breaking news and blog coverage, public comments and user community for H.Res.1305 Providing for consideration of the bill (HR 2499) to provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the ...

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NO on the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499)

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Sponsored by Puerto Rican delegate Pedro Pierluisi (D), the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) - which has reared its ugly head a number of times over the past few congresses but has yet to have any success - would require Puerto ...

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Tell your Congressman to vote NO on the Puerto Rico Democracy Act ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Sponsored by Puerto Rican delegate Pedro Pierluisi (D), the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) - which has reared its ugly head a number of times over the past few congresses but has yet to have any success – would require Puerto ...

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Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Having trouble opening the video, try going directly to its link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xnO-90WWQ4.

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Emergency Alert on Puerto Rican Statehood!

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

ProEnglish opposes HR 2499 because it does not make Puerto Rico adopt English as the language of its government as a prerequisite for statehood. Therefore if Puerto Rico is admitted as a state it will destroy our nation's unity in ...

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NO…NO …NO TO Puerto Rico Statehood at Desert Conservative

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

» Another ex-Googler in Obama Administration Buzz-ted by Google ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Furthermore, it makes no sense that H.R. 2499 allows not just residents of Puerto Rico to vote, but extends voting privileges to anyone in the other 50 states who was born in Puerto Rico. Why should someone who has lived and voted for ...

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Welcome the 51st State.. Puerto Rico? ~ (H.R. 2499) | Politics ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

PRFAA | News & Media

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Please allow me to share with you some of what I have learned over the years about Puerto Rico and our fellow Americans in the territory, as well as why I am urging Congress to approve H.R. 2499 without delay. ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

“La carta que suscribieron múltiples líderes congresionales en el día de hoy, encabezada por el congresista José Serrano, confirma la fuerza que tiene el H.R. 2499 en las filas tanto del Partido Demócrata como del Partido Republicano. ...

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Puerto Rico Democracy Act – Legislation Biased in Favor of ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, later this week. The legislation provides Puerto Rico a two stage voting process and makes some non-resident Puerto Ricans ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

But we are united behind H.R. 2499, sponsored by our colleague, Pedro Pierluisi, Puerto Rico's sole representative in Congress. The bill is strongly supported by the Island's Governor, Luis Fortuño, and by a sizeable majority of both ...

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NoBamaNation 2010: Democrats Rushing Through Another Power Grab

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) Guarantees New Voters. While the immigration and cap and trade wars rage in Washington this week, quietly moving through the House of Representatives this week is yet another Democrat piece of ...

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Al's Journal : Denialists in Denial ! What an Ass! | Politics ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico? ~ (H.R. 2499) · TSA institutes “Muslim Sensitivity Training.”? – CAIR exposed in undercover operation · Jack Cafferty – What's misguided, Mr. President, is the federal government's ongoing refusal to enforce the l

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico: No Longer a Commonwealth?

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

She writes: "The United States House of Representatives is set to vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, as early as this week. This bill would mandate a non-binding expression by the voters of Puerto Rico as to their wishes ...

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Puerto Rico-Statehood - BuckeyePlanet Ohio State Forums

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

HASTINGS: Backdoor approach to statehood - Washington Times ... Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499), a bill to provide for a federally sanctioned.

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BlueRidgeForum » What Are They Thinking? GOP Puerto-Rico-Statehood ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Tomorrow the House of Representatives leadership proposes to bring to the floor a scheme known as the “Puerto Rico Democracy Act” (HR 2499) — front-loaded to advance statehood for the Island commonwealth of around 4000000 people which ...

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Legislative Alert ~ HR 2499 – Statehood for Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

There is a move afoot to have Puerto Rico become the 51st state, with voting on the bill, HR 2499, taking place as early as this week in the U.S. House of Representatives. Three times in the past 43 years Puerto Ricans have voted ...

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Oppose Statehood for Puerto Rico (HR 2499) - NH Tea Party Coalition

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Backdoor approach to statehood « New Media Blog

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Unfortunately, that same kind of backward logic is being used as Congress prepares to vote on the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499), a bill to provide for a federally sanctioned vote in Puerto Rico on changing its political status. ...

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The Two Malcontents » Puerto Rico's “Nuclear Option” Statehood ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

The Democratic leadership in Congress is using their usual playbook of deceptive rhetoric and stealth tactics to push their agenda, but the misleadingly-named Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) is a new low. ...

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Coalition Opposed to Puerto Rican Statehood to ...

2010-04-26T20:00:00Z

Washington, DC—Opponents of the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499)—a bill that requires Puerto Rico to hold a national referendum for the fourth time on self-determination but rigs the vote to favor an outcome which would make Puerto ...

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This Week on Capitol Hill, April 26-30: University of Washington ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

The House will convene at 10 a.m. for legislative business and is expected to consider a bill (HR 2499) that would set up a federally sanctioned vote on Puerto Rico's political status. April 29, 10 a.m. ...

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Call Congressman Doc Hastings and let him know you support HR 2499 ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

I am calling to ask for Congressman Hastings to support The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, HR 2499, presented by Representative Pierluisi from Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans have been proud American citizens since 1917, participating in ...

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Response to Rep. Doc Hastings: No More Time or Answers are Needed ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

The US House of Representatives is scheduled to take up HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, this week. Some, namely Rep. Doc Hastings , are seeing problems with the legislation that simply do not exist or claim more time is needed ...

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Morning Briefing for April 26, 2010 | RedState

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

This week the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on their political future including the possibility of becoming America's 51st ...

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The Voice of the Taino People Online: House to Consider “Puerto ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

WASHINGTON D.C. - This week (26-30 April) , the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. This bill would authorize a federally sanctioned plebiscite (vote) of the Puerto Rican people ...

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Stealth Statehood — By: Kathryn Jean Lopez | World Actual News

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on their political future including the possibility of becoming Americaג€™s 51st state. ...

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This Week on Capitol Hill, April 26-30 : University of Washington ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

The Politics of Jamie Sanderson: MegaVote for SC's 1st ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 - H.R.2499. The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would allow Puerto Rico to put its political status to a referendum. IMPROVE Acquisition Act of 2010 - H.R.5013 ...

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The House lunch line gets political | The Daily Caller - Breaking ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

This week, the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which'll put 'Ricans on the path toward statehood. Those of us more familiar with The Capitol's cafeteria than its proceedings know that, apart from its ...

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Capitol Hill "Daily Brief": On Capitol Hill This Week; Vol. XVII ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

ProEnglish has learned House Democratic leaders plan to bring H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote next week! H.R. 2499 is "stealth legislation" designed to make ...

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Response to Rep. Doc Hastings: No More Time or Answers are Needed ...

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to take up H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, this week. Some, namely Rep. Doc Hastings, are seeing problems with the legislation that simply do not exist or claim more time is ...

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The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499 to be Voted on Next Week?

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

I've been seeing around the blogosphere that HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, will be voted on next week in the House. Is there any truth to this? Labels: Congress, expansionism, House of Representatives, Puerto Rico ...

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Stealth Statehood — By: Kathryn Jean Lopez | Top Conservative Blogs

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

Doc Hastings on the Puerto Rico bill before the House this week: the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on their political future ...

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Spread the facts « Statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

Now is our chance to stand up and spread the facts, and demand that Congress pass HR 2499. Below you will find facts you can share on Facebook, Twitter and through email. These facts are also available at the HR 2499 Facebook App. ...

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Stealth Statehood — By: Kathryn Jean Lopez | Conservative Blog Watch

2010-04-25T20:00:00Z

TheVITimes.org – Providing Alternative News and Views » Blog ...

2010-04-24T20:00:00Z

Next week (26-30 April) , the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act. This bill would authorize a federally sanctioned plebiscite (vote) of the Puerto Rican people regarding their ...

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House and Senate Cloakroom: April 26-30, 2010 - SZONE.US Forums

2010-04-24T20:00:00Z

... in Every Acquisition Act of 2010; <ahref="http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=111_cong_bills%26docid=f:h2499rh .txt.pdf" target="_blank">HR 2499 –*Puerto Rico*Democracy Act of 2009<spanid="more-

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H.R.2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 « Tiempo Estadista

2010-04-24T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. By barbosa51. Official Summary. 10/8/2009–Reported to House amended. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 – Authorizes the government of Puerto Rico: (1) to conduct a plebiscite giving voters ...

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Overseas Territories Review: US Congressional Republicans Consider ...

2010-04-24T20:00:00Z

Opposition Slams Yanukovych for Promising to Renounce Highly ...

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

sovereignty's realms: Will Global Commie Corporate Unionists Make ...

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on their political future including the possibility of becoming America's 51st state. Officially, the bill would create a ...

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The Right Guy: Rasmussen Results Tell The Story

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

And So it Goes in Shreveport · Should Puerto Rico Be Our 51st State? - One piece of legislation that is garnering interest is H.R. 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act, introduced in May 2009 by Pedro Pierluisi (D.-Puerto Ric. ...

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Blagojevich Rezko Obama, Blagojevich trial, April 24, 2010, Obama ...

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

The Voice of Reason: Puerto Rico Hurtling Toward Statehood to Help ...

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

Thoughts on Statehood for Puerto Rico « Potluck

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

One piece of legislation that is garnering interest is H.R. 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act, introduced in May 2009 by Pedro Pierluisi (D.-Puerto Rico) and coming up for a vote before the House of Representatives next week. ...

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Bethlehem Town Crier: Paul Hodes' terrible, awful, no good Tuesday

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 - Puerto Rico Democracy Act / "Phone Calls Rally" - Via *I Support the Puerto Rico Democracy Act - HR. 2499* Facebook page: Call House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Speaker Nancy Pelosi and tell them you... 12 hours ago ...

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DIOGENES: IN SEARCH OF AN HONEST POLITICIAN: Answers Needed Before ...

2010-04-23T20:00:00Z

Heads Up DHS, Bertha Lewis is plotting racial violence and civil ...

2010-04-23T01:00:00Z

At http://www.disposemymeds.org, patients can learn about the negative impact of improper medication disposal and find a participating pharmacy. In the .... of all ballots). http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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Heads Up DHS, Bertha Lewis is plotting racial violence and civil ...

2010-04-23T01:00:00Z

Heads Up DHS, Bertha Lewis is plotting racial violence and civil ...

2010-04-23T01:00:00Z

Heads Up DHS, Bertha Lewis is plotting racial violence and civil ...

2010-04-23T01:00:00Z

Jan 6th Introduced in House Jan 6th Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. Jan 6th Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E9-10). http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h40/actions ...... Requires the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to pay all

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Answers Needed Before Another Star is Added to U.S. Flag | RedState

2010-04-22T20:00:00Z

DeVore Surging in CA Republican Senate Primary?: California Dreamin'

2010-04-22T20:00:00Z

Answers Needed Before Another Star is Added to U.S. Flag - Next week the House of Representatives will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy, which gives the people of Puerto Rico the opportunity to vote on ... 41 minutes ago ...

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Political Status of Puerto Rico: Options for Congress - Open CRS ...

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Bethlehem Town Crier: Save the Earth: Be a Capitalist

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Democracy Act – Legislation Biased in Favor of Statehood - According to Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), the House will vote on H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, later this week. The legislation provide. ...

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FiveThirtyEight: Politics Done Right: Senate Forecast Update ...

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Doc apparently has a problem that H.R. 2499 allows Puerto Ricans born in Puerto Rico but now living in the other 50 states to vote on the self-determination of Puerto Rico. April 23, 2010 10:11 PM; Pat said... Jean, ...

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Alert! HR 2499 Puerto Rico 51st state! - Patriotic Resistance

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Have you heard anything about this? I haven't yet until I just got this email:

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Emergency Alert! HR 2499 (STEALTH LEGISLATION), the Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

THANKS for the heads up Blackie SM ProEnglish has learned House Democratic leaders plan to bring HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote next week! HR 2499 is “stealth legislation” ...

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Alert! HR 2499 Puerto Rico 51st state!

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Have you heard anything about this? I haven't yet until I just got this email:

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JAMES's Site - EMERGENCY ALERT

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

El Sur a la Vista » Artículos » A votación el proyecto de status ...

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

Hoy me complace conocer que el H.R. 2499 tendrá su día en el pleno cameral y estoy confiado en que será aprobado de manera abrumadora”, dijo el Comisionado Residente en Washington. “La próxima semana la Cámara de Representantes hará ...

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A votación el proyecto de estatus HR 2499 | El Fin De La Colonia

2010-04-21T20:00:00Z

De acuerdo al H.R 2499, el Congreso de los Estados Unidos consultará formalmente a los ciudadanos americanos de Puerto Rico sobre su preferencia de status por primera vez en 112 años. Los puertorriqueños deberán contestar si quieren ...

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Politics and the AG's Decision on the Health Care Lawsuit

2010-04-20T20:00:00Z

janamurray (Jana Murray) : Oppose H.R. 2499, Statehood for Puerto Rico http://budurl.com/NOFiftyFirstState #Constitution #TCOT #ConsNC #SGP · soderstrom (Erik Soderstrom) : Sen. Reid: We'll just keep voting until I get my Financial ...

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Bethlehem Town Crier: Tea Party Racism???

2010-04-20T20:00:00Z

Doc Hastings: No More Time or Answers are Needed on Puerto Rico Status Bill; Now is the Time to Act and Pass H.R. 2499 - The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to take up H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, this week. ...

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Pierluisi's status bill nearing U.S. House vote « Statehood for ...

2010-04-19T20:00:00Z

“This bill, H.R. 2499, has over 180 bipartisan co-sponsors and was approved overwhelmingly by the Committee on Natural Resources. Although the wheels of democracy in Washington do not always turn as fast as one would like, ...

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Bumper to Bumper from Crenshaw to La Cienega: The Video Gamer's ...

2010-04-17T20:00:00Z

S.3217: Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010 - U.S. ...

2010-04-13T20:00:00Z

Upcoming Votes. Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010 - S.3217. The Senate is scheduled to work on this legislation to overhaul financial regulations. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 - H.R.2499 . ...

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Un año perdido en la búsqueda de acabar con la colonia | El Fin De ...

2010-04-13T20:00:00Z

Aponte Hernández recalcó que la Conferencia Legislativa del Partido Nuevo Progresista, al aceptar darle paso al proyecto de status del Comisionado Residente Pedro Pierluisi, el HR 2499, sin paralelamente actuar en el Proyecto de la ...

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Coloquiando con Don Segundo y Doña Bianca: Fortuno's Puerto Rico ...

2010-04-09T20:00:00Z

The newest effort is H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, which Fortuno champions. It would give congressional sanction to the results of an island plebiscite on Puerto Rico's status — meaning that Congress would agree to ...

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LECTURE BY MAURICE FERRÉ ON PUERTO RICO AND ITS ROLE IN US AND ...

2010-04-02T20:00:00Z

As a Senator for Florida, Ferré could potentially have a vote on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, a bill presented by Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi with the aim of solving the status issue. ...

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

2010-03-29T20:00:00Z

I urged them that NOW IS THE TIME because, in case you don't know, there is a bill in committee in Washington, D.C. right now - HR 2499 - called "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009". The purpose of H.R. 2499 is to provide for a federally ...

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Ballot Access News » Blog Archive » Public Funding Bill is Only ...

2010-03-27T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, the bill to hold a plebescite on the future status of Puerto Rico, in which all U.S. citizens who were born there could vote, no matter where they live now, has an impressive number of co-sponsors, 181, but it has not gained ...

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The Two Malcontents » Open Letter To Nancy Pelosi From The Mexican ...

2010-03-24T20:00:00Z

We respectfully demand that you use the full weight of your office to redouble the House's efforts on Comprehensive Immigration Reform and to set aside legislation such as HR 2499 that would distract from higher priorities. ...

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Central & South America & the Carribean: Political Status of ...

2010-03-23T20:00:00Z

Mítico(s) de hoy… « Buho77's Blog, Mitos e Historias de PR

2010-03-20T20:00:00Z

Me parece se refiere a la ley HR 2499, pero se confunde. Esa propuesta no es la Estadidad, al igual que el ISP no es la Soberanía/Independencia, la E y S/I son más grandes que ninguna propuesta y/o “Instituto”. Si esta tan muerta, ...

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Puerto Rico y su Encricijada - Blog - Opina Boricua

2010-03-18T20:00:00Z

El PPD no apoya bajo ninguna forma el proyecto HR 2499 ya que no incluye el “ELA culminado”. Esto se debería, de acuerdo a los últimos acontecimientos del partido, a que la “Soberanía Asociada” según presentada en el Proyecto de Ley no ...

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Democracy for Puerto Rico: White House Backs Away from Another ...

2010-03-17T20:00:00Z

Now that the Obama Administration appears to have backed away from his 2008 campaign promise in Puerto Rico, and his task force members refused to take a position on H.R. 2499, the smart play for those who support self-determination for ...

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Populares buscan fondos para que no termine la colonia

2010-03-16T20:00:00Z

Enfatizó que el mandatario, “ha optado por gastar fondos públicos de nosotros como contribuyentes para cabildear a favor del proyecto HR 2499, que pretende imponernos la estadidad y excluir a la mayoría de este pueblo que apoya al ...

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Central & South America & the Carribean: Puerto Rican Statehood ...

2010-03-16T20:00:00Z

In the 111th Congress, H.R. 2499, introduced by Representative Pedro Pierluisi, would establish procedures to determine Puerto Rico's political status. It would authorize a two-stage plebiscite in Puerto Rico to reconsider the status ...

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Chapter Leader of the Year: Edwin Jusino « Statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-03-15T20:00:00Z

With the help from Julio Renta, Mikhail Blancovitch, and Ramón Colón, a former chapter president, he managed to organize an activity promoting HR 2499 in late December. Also they managed to work on a radio program titled “La Mirilla ...

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Response to the Harvard Political Review by Prof. Christina Duffy ...

2010-03-15T20:00:00Z

The article also claimed that Professor Shepsle has studied HR 2499 and Puerto Rico's political and plebiscitary history. As it happens, not only is this false, but Professor Shepsle didn't even know he was going to be quoted in the ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2010-03-14T20:00:00Z

En el país de los ciegos...: Update al post anterior: La prensa ...

2010-03-11T19:00:00Z

De cualquier forma, no hace falta una conclusión sobre ese punto para aclarar el asunto esencial de éste y del post anterior: si la tesis del artículo de Hernández en el sentido de que el HR 2499 es un intento por manipular un posible ...

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Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 or HR 2499 - OBAMAers Dot Com

2010-03-10T19:00:00Z

HR 2499, which gives the people of Puerto Rico a chance to determine their status within the United States by two plebiscites. The first will ask the Puerto Rican people if they want to change their current status with the U.S. ...

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Letter to the Editor: Governor's push for statehood undemocratic ...

2010-03-09T19:00:00Z

The so-called “Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009” (H.R. 2499) sponsored by Gov. Fortuño does not meet President Obama's principles of fairness and neutrality. The bill is built to favor statehood through a two-round election. ...

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Letter to the Editor: Governor's push for statehood undemocratic ...

2010-03-09T19:00:00Z

En el país de los ciegos...: La prensa local ¿se pierde en la ...

2010-03-09T19:00:00Z

La prensa local ¿se pierde en la traducción o se dedica a la desinformación? La verdad acerca de un artículo circulado hoy en torno al Harvard Political Review y el Proyecto Pierluisi. Tres de los principales medios de prensa escrita en ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2010-03-08T19:00:00Z

El proyecto de estatus, denominado Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499), aguarda por ser incluido en agenda para la votación final del pleno de la Cámara de Representantes, tras ser aprobado por su Comité de Recursos Naturales ...

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Puerto Rico heading for referendum on constitutional status ...

2010-03-08T19:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) is sponsored by Pedro Pierluisi, the Democratic Party commissioner in Puerto Rico to the US Congress. While Pierluisi says the referendum would be non-binding, critics say a US congressional seal ...

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Manipulating Self-Determination « The Harvard Political Review

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

"ENTRE COMILLAS": Gobernador de Puerto Rico pide plebiscito sobre ...

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

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2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

Precisely, THIS week the US Congress will vote on HR 2499 … Mar 5 DANIEL LEBRET HA 4428: No lab today: HAdm4428-Lebret‎ – Dear all, Given the amount of time spent this week in labs, I am going to bail out of the excel … ...

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Fortuño hablará sobre el estatus de la isla - Latino News and Opinion

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

Por ello, el partido del gobernador apoya el impulso de la Ley HR 2499, que prevé una convocatoria para que los puertorriqueños decidan si quieren modificar o mantener la actual relación política con Estados Unidos. ...

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El gobernador Puerto Rico pide en Nueva York un plebiscito sobre ...

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

MOONRISE 2.0: A Spanish 51st State? Puerto Rico draws closer to ...

2010-03-07T19:00:00Z

It is rumored that the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (H.R. 2499) will be placed on the rarely used “suspension calendar,” barring any floor amendments and suggesting that the measure is less about democracy than about Democratic electoral ...

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Vega Borges asegura estadidad prevalecerá en un plebiscito ...

2010-03-03T19:00:00Z

Por eso el gobernador Luis Fortuño tiene un compromiso de someter legislación a nivel local en caso de que el Congreso no apruebe el proyecto H.R. 2499. ¿En qué diferimos el Gobernador y yo? En que él entiende que hay que darle un ...

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Estadistas no se ponen de acuerdo en cómo y cuándo adelantar un ...

2010-03-03T19:00:00Z

El alcalde de Toa Baja, Aníbal Vega Borges, un usual aliado del Gobernador, señaló, sin embargo, que ya el HR 2499 -que procura la celebración de un plebiscito de status con el aval del Congreso - “está muerto”. ...

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El Sur a la Vista » Artículos » Muerto para Vega Borges el ...

2010-03-03T19:00:00Z

El Capitolio (CyberNews) – Contrario a la posición oficial del Partido Nuevo Progresista (PNP), el alcalde Toa Baja, Aníbal Vega Borges, señaló que el proyecto de status HR 2499 presentado ante el Congreso por el comisionado residente, ...

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Obama looking into the status of Puerto Rico. Hearing Wednesday on ...

2010-03-02T19:00:00Z

PEOPLE NEED TO WAKE UP AND REALIZE THAT HR 2499, THE SO-CALLED “PUERTO RICO DEMOCRACY ACT,” IS ON THE US HOUSE CALENDAR TO BE BROUGHT UP FOR A VOTE AT ANY TIME, and its Democratic sponsor says he has enough votes to pass it. ...

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Stand for Democracy « Statehood for Puerto Rico

2010-03-01T19:00:00Z

I am calling to ask for Speaker Pelosi to support The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, HR 2499, presented by Representative Pierluisi from Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans have been proud American citizens since 1917, participating in every ...

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MAMA MIA!¿Qué pensarán de la próxima? | Alabama Tea Party

2010-03-01T19:00:00Z

“H.R. 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 is rigged to guarantee a vote in favor of statehood in Puerto Rico without much debate and without considering the impacts,” said CONLAMIC Chairman Rev. Miguel Rivera. ...

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CONLAMIC PRESS ROOM: Congressional Leaders Pushing Puerto Rico ...

2010-02-28T19:00:00Z

“H.R. 2499 is rigged to guarantee a vote in favor of statehood in Puerto Rico without much debate and without considering the impacts,” said CONLAMIC Chairman Rev. Miguel Rivera. “Every Member of Congress needs to sit up urgently and ...

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Asociación y Soberanía: LA RESOLUCION DE LA DISCORDIA

2010-02-26T19:00:00Z

Por Cuanto: Durante el año 2009, el gobernador Luis Fortuño y el Comisionado Residente en Washington, Pedro Pierluisi, impulsaron infructuosamente un proyecto de status para encaminar un plebiscito con aval federal (HR 2499), ...

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2010-02-25T19:00:00Z

Because of that, Puerto Rico's pro-statehood delegate to Congress has designed an unusual two round process in H.R. 2499. The first round is a “yes or no” vote limited to the commonwealth option. This scheme will allow the supporters of ...

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SENATE IS NEXT FOR PUERTO RICO DEMOCRACY ACT

2010-02-25T19:00:00Z

PRFAA | News & Media

2010-02-23T19:00:00Z

... Isla en la reforma de salud, e instará a los miembros de la organización a también apoyar el pleno apoderamiento político del territorio a través de la aprobación congresional de HR 2499, la Acta de la Democracia para Puerto Rico. ...

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Lecciones en Democracia… « Buho77's Blog, Mitos e Historias de PR

2010-02-22T19:00:00Z

In the coming weeks, you'll have a chance to vote on HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, supporting the right of Puerto Rico's residents to vote on their status. As one of your constituents, and a member of the PR Diáspora ...

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Ex Gobernador Hernández Colón le escribió al Congreso en contra ...

2010-02-21T19:00:00Z

“La mayoría de los puertorriqueños ve el HR 2499 como una manera del actual gobernador estadoísta de distraer la atención del pueblo de los problemas reales y de su falta de liderato para movernos hacia adelante”, agregó Acevedo Vilá. ...

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Asociación y Soberanía: Sin oposición el proyecto de estadidad de ...

2010-02-20T19:00:00Z

Desafortunadamente el proyecto HR 2499 no fue el producto de un esfuerzo de consenso y por eso yo no lo puedo apoyar”. En el caso de Gutiérrez, congresista por el distrito de Chicago, es sabido su posición histórica de que favorece el ...

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Mítico de hoy, Rafael Hernández Colon… « Buho77's Blog, Mitos e ...

2010-02-17T19:00:00Z

“The Statehood Party's leadership is driving the U.S. House of Representatives to take up HR 2499, “a bill to provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.” No nos insultes la inteligencia, ...

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Ciencia e Independencia: Fortuño se va a juyir

2010-02-12T19:00:00Z

Tenemos el proyecto H R 2499 (del comisionado residente Pedro Pierluisi) corriendo”, expresó Fortuño. Reiteró, además, que primero se debe buscar una consulta promovida por el Congreso de los Estados Unidos. “Hemos sido claros. ...

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PUERTO RICO: RESOLVAMOS DE UNA VEZ POR TODAS QUE SOMOS : Uruguay ...

2010-02-09T19:00:00Z

“El proyecto H.R. 2499 ha logrado avances sin precedentes. Nunca antes un proyecto de status había logrado tantos co auspiciadores, ni había recibido tanto apoyo a nivel de comisión, tan temprano en el proceso legislativo. ...

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THE MISANTHROPIST: AMENDMENT TO H.R. 2499 OFFERED BY

2010-02-09T19:00:00Z

Page 3, lines 8-24 should be deleted. Page 4, strike lines 1-16, insert: 1 (c) The U.S. territory of Puerto Rico is authorized by the 2 Secretary of the Interior and the United States Congress to carry ...

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Ten Reasons Why Puerto Rico Will Never be a State: Historical and ...

2010-02-06T19:00:00Z

In July 2009, the House Natural Resources Committee approved the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, HR 2499 which would establish at least one plebiscite in the Caribbean territory to survey the populace about what status they want for their ...

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Asociación y Soberanía: Momento de definirse

2010-02-06T19:00:00Z

El plebiscito propuesto en la medida HR 2499, del comisionado residente Pedro Pierluisi, propone una primera ronda en la que se vote por “el status actual” y una segunda ronda, por una “asociación en soberanía”. Ninguna de esas opciones ...

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Status Discussion: HR 2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act

2010-02-02T19:00:00Z

This recently passed bill authored by Delegate Pedro Pierluisi and co-sponsored by 180 members, will establish a process for Puerto Ricans to select their political status.

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En Puerto Rico para frenar el crimen la Guardia Nacional a la calle

2010-02-01T19:00:00Z

Si Washington no actúa, Puerto Rico lo hará”, señaló acerca del status y la posibilidad de que el Congreso deje en el aire el proyecto HR 2499,. Cuándo actuará Puerto Rico y cómo, no lo dijo. A la luz del sismo que azotó Haití, ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2010-01-31T19:00:00Z

For that reason, we are going to give Congress a reasonable amount of time to act on HR 2499. However, the patience of the people of Puerto Rico has its limits. For that reason, I congratulate both chambers of the Legislative Assembly ...

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Fortuño: Es hora de que Washington actúe de conformidad con su ...

2010-01-31T19:00:00Z

El proyecto H.R. 2499 ha logrado avances sin precedentes. Nunca antes un proyecto de status había logrado tantos coauspiciadores—ni había recibido tanto apoyo a nivel de comisión—tan temprano en el proceso legislativo. ...

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Periodico “National Journal” aborda status de Puerto Rico « Tiempo ...

2010-01-28T19:00:00Z

... a pesar de la cargada agenda que debe cumplir, según un artículo del periódico “National Journal”, titulado “Puerto Rico May Face Statehood Choice” y que aborda el proyecto H. R. 2499 del Comisionado Residente Pedro Pierluisi. ...

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Soberanía Para Puerto Rico: La Mesa Redonda Soberanista

2010-01-06T19:00:00Z

Ante el inminente fracaso del proyecto HR 2499 en Washington, el liderato anexionista ya ha adelantado que su plan es forzar un plebiscito criollo este mismo año. Sin embargo, la negativa anexionista a convocar una Asamblea ...

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The Colonialist Party at the United Nations: Popular Democratic ...

2010-01-02T19:00:00Z

The pro-statehood project that the non-voting delegate of Puerto Rico presented in congress HR 2499 (euphemistically called the Puerto Rico Democracy Act) will wither away since it is not the product of any consensus and the US will ...

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Educational Equity, Politics & Policy in Texas: Boricuas in New ...

2009-12-27T19:00:00Z

In 2009, The Natural Resources Committee of the US House of Representatives approved the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499), introduced by Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner Pedro Perluisi, calling for a series of plebiscites on the ...

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PUERTO RICO DEMOCRAT CORNER: Alex Sink for Ruler of Florida 2010

2009-12-25T19:00:00Z

The ki iin Congress, the Pufrto Rico Democracy Atc, HR 2499, would authorizs -- but ont requirre - - Puerto Rico to hold plebiscites at least every eight years to determine wether local voters other citizens born un Puerto Rico want tme ...

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THE MISANTHROPIST: Interview with the Resident Commissioner of ...

2009-12-16T19:00:00Z

Secondly, after this interview I will write a report on whether H.R. 2499 (The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009) is a viable option for Congress and the Puerto Rican people. This memo will be sent out to Speaker Pelosi's Senior Advisor ...

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No Treaty for Puerto Rico (1898)

2009-12-09T19:00:00Z

... the beginning of a new colonial era for Puerto Rico. Treaty: a formal agreement between two or more states in reference to peace, alliance, commerce, or other international relations. UPDATE: "The Puerto Rico Democracy Act"... HR 2499.

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Sindicato presiona para que no se apruebe el proyecto de status HR ...

2009-12-09T19:00:00Z

WASHINGTON – La probabilidad de que el proyecto H.R. 2499 sobre el status político de Puerto Rico sea llevado a votación este año en el pleno de la Cámara de Representantes de la Nacion, se esfuman. ...

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Vote: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (HR 2499)

2009-12-08T19:00:00Z

Vote: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009(HR 2499) ... H. R. 2499. To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. May 19, 2009. Mr. PIERLUISI (for himself, ...

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Gobernador asume postura similar a Roselló en cuanto a estatus ...

2009-12-06T19:00:00Z

Según el también presidente del Partido Nuevo Progresista (PNP), siempre ha habido excusas para no atender el asunto del status, no obstante, Fortuño sostuvo que el Proyecto de Status HR 2499, presentado por el comisionado residente en ...

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Luis Fortuño apoya teoria de Pedro Rossello | El Fin De La Colonia

2009-12-05T19:00:00Z

List Of Bully Nations Illegally Occupying Foreign Lands - Islamic ...

2009-12-03T19:00:00Z

There hasn't been a referendum in the intervening years but The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (H.R. 2499) looks like it will pass both chambers of Congress. Panama- The US invaded Panama in 1989, ended active operations in 1990, ...

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Puerto Rican Political Status: Developments of Recent Years

2009-12-01T19:00:00Z

For one, the act mentioned, HR 900, did not develop into anything and it has been re-introduced as HR 2499 in May of 2009 by Jose E. Serrano of New York. The contents of this new bill call for an open vote on Puerto Rico's status ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: The Governor of Puerto Rico ... for President?

2009-11-25T19:00:00Z

What People Think About H.R. 2499. =====Podcast De En La Mirilla===== Get this widget! Visit the Widget Gallery. ===== Escucha:== NOTI- UNO == WAPA RADIO == WKAQ (LIVE)===== Puerto Rico News. Image and video hosting by TinyPic. Loading. ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: Resolución para investigar actividades ...

2009-11-22T19:00:00Z

Formal Blog Introduction

2009-11-17T19:00:00Z

Puerto Rican self-determination has been and will continue to be an essential issue for the island, but there has been increasingly more support for a resolution to this question recently with the introduction of the bill HR 2499. ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: Advertencia de Fortuño a Chávez

2009-11-16T19:00:00Z

El Fin De La Colonia: Investigacion Federal en torno a ex consul ...

2009-11-15T19:00:00Z

Let Puerto Rico state its case

2009-11-05T19:00:00Z

HR 2499 merely provides a referendum for the people to decide their destiny through a democratic process. If the outcome favors statehood, why not go with it? The fears of the ProEnglish executive director are unfounded. ...

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Big winner on economic stimulus and jobs is . . .

2009-11-03T19:00:00Z

HR 2499 calls for a so-called “non-binding” expression by Puerto Rican voters on their political status. But appearances are deceiving. The wording and strategy of the proposed balloting are rigged to produce a majority vote in favor of ...

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Big winner on economic stimulus and jobs is . . . |

2009-11-01T19:00:00Z

That is why we appreciate the Paul Revere-like warnings today at The National Press Club regarding H.R. 2499 from U.S. Rep. Paul Broun, R-Ga., and Jose Hernandez-Mayoral, secretary of federal and international affairs for the Popular ...

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Gord's Poetry Factory: English Only Nativists and Racists

2009-10-30T20:00:00Z

Or, that the hearings were a sham comprised primarily of sponsors or supporters of H.R. 2499 and those who opposed statehood were not even allowed to testify! That's unfair to the American people. Grayson is one of those Congressmen who ...

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Gord's Poetry Factory: John Tanton Another Agitator Puppeteer ...

2009-10-30T20:00:00Z

MOONRISE 2.0: Pushing the statehood issue - Scheme to arm-twist a ...

2009-10-26T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico's pro-statehood delegate to Congress, Democrat Pedro R. Pierluisi, is moving a bill, H.R. 2499, that would make Puerto Ricans vote on the issue of statehood yet again. This time, however, statehood supporters are leaving ...

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Urge your Congressional Rep to VOTE NO on HR 2499

2009-10-24T20:00:00Z

Use this link to keep track of HR 2499 and to make contact with your respective Congressional member. http://capwiz.com/proenglish/home/ Urge them to vote NO on this bad bill. http://www.proenglish.org/issues/pr/index.html ...

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Debate Over Puerto Rico's Status Returns to Congress « La Plaza

2009-10-19T20:00:00Z

“The people of Puerto Rico deserve a transparent process for self determination, and H.R. 2499 fails to accomplish that.” Despite Velázquez's opposition, the bill may have a better chance than ever before because this time the island's ...

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

2009-10-12T01:00:00Z

Anonymous said... I believe you have identified the wrong H.R. number. According to opencongress.org, the correct H.R. number is 2499. Link: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show. October 14, 2009 6:27 PM ...

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

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October 14, 2009 2:19 PM. Anonymous said... I believe you have identified the wrong H.R. number. According to opencongress.org, the correct H.R. number is 2499. Link: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h2499/show ...

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

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Wetbacks: Dry 'em off, send 'em home! « Mark Epstein

2009-10-11T20:00:00Z

H.R.2499 – Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 is moving right along to make it a State.Don't think that political maneuvering stopped with ACORN. Party expansion is major plank of the democrats and any form of gerrymandering looks good. ...

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The Castillo Chronicles: Puerto Rico Statehood: Deal or No Deal?

2009-10-11T20:00:00Z

Please send your congressmen an email message and urge them to VOTE NO on H.R. 2499." Eddie V. Garcia, who serves on the ProEnglish Board of Advisors, had a letter published in the New York Post on this very issue. ...

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The eternal issues: Time for a vote in Puerto Rico?

2009-10-11T20:00:00Z

Buried somewhere near the bottom of the daily Congressional Record is a note regarding HR 2499, short title the 'Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009'. The bill would give Puerto Ricans the authority to vote for statehood, independance, ...

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H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 - U.S. Congress ...

2009-10-11T20:00:00Z

Official government data, breaking news and blog coverage, public comments and user community for HR2499 Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009.

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Ballot Access News » Blog Archive » Some Congressional Election ...

2009-10-11T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, to set a plebescite on Puerto Rico's future political status, now has 181 co-sponsors, up eleven since September 29. HR 1826, for public funding of Congressional campaigns, now has 101 co-sponsors, up eleven since September 29. ...

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My Blue Dart: Date: October 10, 2009 at American Daily.Ws

2009-10-10T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 is “stealth” legislation designed to lead to the admission of Spanish-speaking Puerto Rico as our 51st state. The grass roots organization called Pro English opposes H.R. 2499 because it does not require Puerto Rico to adopt ...

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All Units Bolo! By Armand C. Hale - Conservative Crusader

2009-10-09T20:00:00Z

opposes H.R. 2499 because it does not require Puerto Rico to adopt English as the language of its government as a pre-condition for statehood. If Puerto Rico were to be admitted as a state it would destroy our nation's unity in English ...

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The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499 Takes a Step Forward...but will it ...

2009-10-09T20:00:00Z

So. HR2499 has made it as far as as HR 900, the previous attempt at getting the status question for Puerto Rico settled. However, once the previous bill was placed on the calendar, Pelosi et al quashed it. Will this one make it further? ...

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HR 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009

2009-10-08T20:00:00Z

ProEnglish opposes HR 2499 because it does not require Puerto Rico to adopt English as the language of its government as a pre-condition for statehood. Therefore if Puerto Rico were to be admitted as a state it would destroy our ...

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PNP desenmascara plan de despidos de Acevedo Vilá : Noti Uno 630

2009-10-08T20:00:00Z

Yo trabajo en Washington, DC y por acá ni se menciona nada de los despidos y ni siquiera del H.R. 2499 del Comisionado Residente. Solamente que el programa de estímulo económico del Presidente Obama era para crear empleos y no para ...

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Jeffrey Farrow's Remarks at San Juan Rotary Club

2009-10-08T20:00:00Z

The bill in Congress, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, HR 2499, would authorize -- but not require -- Puerto Rico to hold plebiscites at least every eight years to determine whether local voters and other citizens born in Puerto Rico want ...

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HR 2499 and the Puerto Rico Issue

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

Rather than re-type the well written synopsis about the Puerto Rico statehood issue, please click this link to become more familiar with this important issue. http://www.proenglish.org/issues/pr/index.html. Thank you,. Eddie V Garcia ...

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Recomiendan consulta sobre estatus de P. Rico

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

... tanto demócratas como republicanos, se unieron para favorecer la celebración de un plebiscito de autodeterminación para la isla, al recomendar al Congreso que apruebe la llamada “Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico”, la HR 2499. ...

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Puerto Rico Democracy Act headed toward historic approval

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

Fortuño hailed today's publication of the House Natural Resources Committee's final report recommending congressional approval of HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. “House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer anticipated it, ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: Comisión de Recursos Naturales de la Cámara ...

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

El gobernador Luis Fortuño celebró el jueves la publicación del informe final de la Comisión de Recursos Naturales de la Cámara de Representantes estadounidense, que recomienda la aprobación del proyecto HR 2499, promovido por el ...

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Cámara recomienda consulta sobre estus en la isla - Latino News ...

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

... tanto demócratas como republicanos, se unieron para favorecer la celebración de un plebiscito de autodeterminación para la isla, al recomendar al Congreso que apruebe la llamada "Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico", la HR 2499. ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

El Gobernador de Puerto Rico, Luis G. Fortuño, celebró la publicación del informe final de la Comisión de Recursos Naturales de la Cámara de Representantes de Estados Unidos, que recomienda la aprobación congresional de HR 2499, ...

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No Puerto Rican Statehood without Official English « The ...

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

ProEnglish opposes H.R. 2499 because it does not require Puerto Rico to adopt English as the language of its government as a pre-condition for statehood. Therefore if Puerto Rico were to be admitted as a state it would destroy our ...

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English Language Unites: H.R. 2499 and the Puerto Rico Issue

2009-10-07T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 and the Puerto Rico Issue. Rather than re-type the well written synopsis about the Puerto Rico statehood issue, please click this link to become more familiar with this important issue. ...

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NY Post publishes my Opinion Letter

2009-10-05T20:00:00Z

On its face, HR 2499 calls for a nonbinding expression by Puerto Rican voters on the political status of their island. Yet, as Puerto Rican Sen. Jose Hernandez- Mayoral of Puerto Rico's Popular Democratic Party says, “Behind this ...

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FAST TRACKED TO STATEHOOD Â« BUNKERVILLE | God, Guns and Guts Comrades!

2009-09-27T20:00:00Z

FAST TRACKED TO STATEHOOD. September 28, 2009 â€” bunkerville. Don't think that political maneuvering stopped with ACORN. Party expansion is major plank of the democrats and any form of gerrymandering looks good. Take HR 2499 ...

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FORMER U.S. AMBASSADOR JOHN BOLTON: â€œP.R. A DOMESTIC ISSUE; U.N. ...

2009-09-12T20:00:00Z

Pierluisi's HR 2499.â€* HR 2499, or Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, was submitted by Pedro Pierluisi (D-PR at large) earlier this year. It provides for two rounds of federally sanctioned referenda, to inform Congress on the status ...

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Should Puerto Rico become our 51st state?

2009-09-11T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, HR 2499, introduced by Rep. Pedro Pierluisi (D-PR) requires Puerto Ricans to hold a national referendum to indicate whether they want Puerto Rico to remain a self-governing US commonwealth, ...

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Stellar Stud Marine Â» Blog Archive Â» Should Puerto Rico become our ...

2009-09-11T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, H.R. 2499, introduced by Rep. Pedro Pierluisi (D-PR) requires Puerto Ricans to hold a national referendum to indicate whether they want Puerto Rico to remain a self-governing U.S. commonwealth, ...

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Ballot Access News Â» Blog Archive Â» Election Law Bills Gain ...

2009-09-09T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, the bill to set up a vote on Puerto Rico's future status, now has 164 co-sponsors, up one since last month. HR 2894, Rush Holt's bill for better vote-counting machines, now has 89 co-sponsors, up six since last month. ...

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Status Wars in the Senate: Resident Commissioner Pierluisi vs ...

2009-08-28T20:00:00Z

The measurement being discussed in congress is HR 2499, this measurement decrees that the people of Puerto Rico vote if they want to stay in the current ELA (Associated Free State) of choose another option. If “No” wins then a second ...

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Where HipHop and Libertarianism Meet: Hip-Hop Links August 27 2009

2009-08-26T20:00:00Z

Some Congressional Election Law Bills Continue Gaining Co-Sponsors - Two election law-related bills in Congress continue gaining co-sponsors. HR 2499, to set a plebescite on Puerto Rico's future political status, now has 181. ...

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Puerto Rico's Unemployment Numbers : So How's that Colony Thing ...

2009-08-25T20:00:00Z

Our Nation is the beacon of democracy and it is our legal and moral duty to authorize Puerto Rico the right to choose its destiny via a referendum as proposed in the pending legislation ( HR 2499 ) in the U.S. Congress. Avatar. perez ...

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Remarks to Northeast Regional Leaders Breakfast

2009-08-24T20:00:00Z

First and foremost, keep in mind that HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act, does not exclude or favor any status optionâ€¦and the status option preferred by each of Puerto Ricoâ€™s local political parties appears on the proposed ballot. ...

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Asociación y Soberanía: El PPD con un proyecto de status

2009-08-13T20:00:00Z

El HR 2499, no sólo pone en peligro los principios democráticos que son la base de Estados Unidos, sino que tampoco toma en cuenta el deseo de la mayoría de los ciudadanos de Puerto Rico”, expresa Ferrer en la carta fechada al 10 de ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: Obstruccion 101

2009-08-13T20:00:00Z

La reuniÃ³n en la que se determinarÃ¡ cuÃ¡les personas participarÃ¡n en el cabildeo contra el HR 2499 tendrÃ¡ lugar la semana prÃ³xima. Ferrer enfatizÃ³ que los propios cabilderos del pueblo costearÃ¡n sus viajes a Washington. ...

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The CIA Memory Hole: Political Status of Puerto Rico: Recent ...

2009-08-11T20:00:00Z

In the 111th Congress, H.R. 2499 (Pierluisi) proposes a two-stage plebiscite (popular vote) to be held in Puerto Rico to reconsider political status. The basic structure of H.R. 2499 is similar to the ...

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Congress: attempting to erase our borders again? Â« ACGR's â€œNews ...

2009-08-05T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy act of 2009 (H.R. 2499), according to an AOL article, would â€œauthorizeâ€* the Puerto Rican government to vote about whether they ultimately want to become our 51st state or not. While Puerto Rico is presently a ...

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WashingtonWatch.com Digest - August 3, 2009

2009-08-02T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 Costs $0.00 per family. S. 1474 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the provision prohibiting the crediting of interest to the Highway Trust Fund, and for other ...

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American Bankruptcy Blog: Congress: attempting to erase our ...

2009-08-02T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy act of 2009 (H.R. 2499), according to an AOL article, would "authorize" the Puerto Rican government to vote about whether they ultimately want to become our 51st state or not. While Puerto Rico is presently a ...

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Â» Jester's Court â€” August 2, 2009 Foolocracy: Government by fools ...

2009-08-01T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 proposes putting to a vote whether Puerto Ricans want to continue their current commonwealth status, become a state or become independent. There are rumors that Todd and Sarah are splitting up. Some say that would explain why ...

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The Second Post

2009-07-31T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, aka the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, proposes a vote in Congress to authorize a referendum on the islandâ€™s status. If Congress passes HR 2499, the government of Puerto Rico will be authorized to conduct a plebiscite ...

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Eric Lurio: Again with the 51st Stateâ€¦

2009-07-31T20:00:00Z

Logging on to the AOL homepage this morning, (Iâ€™m too lazy to change my email address), I noticed that the House Committee on Natural Resources had just voted 30-8 to favorably report HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 to ...

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Eric Lurio: Again with the 51st State...

2009-07-31T20:00:00Z

Logging on to the AOL homepage this morning, (I'm too lazy to change my email address), I noticed that the House Committee on Natural Resources had just voted 30-8 to favorably report HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 to ...

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Council on Hemispheric Affairs Forum: Comments on COHA's Piece ...

2009-07-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 is a manifestation of the non-colonized personality of Puerto Ricans searching for a dialogue with the metropolis to end colonialism in Puerto Rico. The opposition to this project speaks for those colonized personalities who ...

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The Right Side of Life Â» Certifigate: Did Fukino Really Say ...

2009-07-28T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, for a popular vote on the future political status of Puerto Rico, gained two co-sponsors in the last 7 days, and now has 163. HR 1503, to provide that presidential candidates must file a copy of their birth certificate with the ...

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H.R. 2499

2009-07-27T20:00:00Z

CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE. COST ESTIMATE. July 28, 2009. H.R. 2499. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. As ordered reported by the House Committee on Natural Resources on July 22, 2009. H.R. 2499 would allow Puerto Rico to conduct a ...

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Perspectiva Estadista: 'Indigna la ciudadanÃa de segunda clase'

2009-07-27T20:00:00Z

Tras la actividad, McClintock seÃ±alÃ³ que los estadistas deben educarse para prepararse para el proceso que Ã©l espera que el Congreso de Estados Unidos viabilice para resolver el dilema de status a travÃ©s del proyecto HR 2499. ...

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PUERTO RICO DEMOCRAT CORNER: All eyes on Speaker Pelosi

2009-07-26T20:00:00Z

The Puerto Rico Democracy Act was once again filed in the new 111th Congress, under Bill number HR 2499, by Puerto Rico's newly elected non voting member of Congress, Pedro Pierluisi. As of today, the Bill enjoys the support of over 161 ...

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AFSCME 1058 â€” Blog â€” AFSCME LEGISLATIVE REPORT July 24, 2009

2009-07-25T20:00:00Z

The legislation (H.R. 2499) would create a process for Puerto Ricans to choose statehood, independence or to maintain their current status as a U.S. commonwealth. Under the current commonwealth status, Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens, ...

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Questioning the Status Quo

2009-07-24T20:00:00Z

Recently, the Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico, Pedro Pierlusi, proposed a plan dealing with the political status of Puerto Rico, known as HR 2499, which proposes a two-tiered plebiscite. Pierlusi is in favor of statehood, ...

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2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

El gobernador de Puerto Rico, Luis G. FortuÃ±o, celebrÃ³ la aprobaciÃ³n de la Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499), ante la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos.

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Catalogue of Organisms: 'Cause Every Night is New Year's Eve - One ...

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

The Ball Is In Your Court, Ms Speaker - So, any bets whether Pelosi will let HR 2499 actually come to a full vote? Or will she squelch it like she did HR 900? Almost 1/3 of the House are cospons. ...

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FortuÃ±o celebra aprobaciÃ³n de ley para definir estatus de la isla ...

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

El gobernador Luis FortuÃ±o celebrÃ³ el miÃ©rcoles la aprobaciÃ³n de la Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499) por la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos Naturales de la CÃ¡mara de Representantes estadounidense, que pretende a travÃ©s de un plebiscit

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FortuÃ±o celebra la aprobaciÃ³n de una ley para determinar el ...

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

El gobernador Luis FortuÃ±o celebrÃ³ hoy la aprobaciÃ³n de la Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499) por la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos.

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www.us-puertoricans.org - House panel approves another bill ...

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 appears to call for a non-binding expression by Puerto Rican voters on their political status. But appearances are deceiving. The wording and strategy for the proposed balloting are rigged to produce a majority vote in favor ...

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Overseas Territories Review: â€œPolitical Evolution: The Next Phase ...

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

Present legislation before Congress known as the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (H.R. 2499) introduced by Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi confirms that these three options as the only ones which provide for a ...

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Perspectiva Estadista: For the records

2009-07-22T20:00:00Z

As a loyal American Citizen, residing in Puerto Rico I am writing to your Resources Committee because HR 2499 does not represent me or many of us even if it has been presented by Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner. ...

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Congress Matters ::

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: Full committee markup: H.R. 2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009"; Wed., 7/22, 10am. ...

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Malarky News - Pure Torture

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: Full committee markup: HR 2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 Wed., 7/22, 10am.

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Today in Congress

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: Full committee markup: HR 2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009"; Wed., 7/22, 10am. ...

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A capa y espada Pierluisi con proyecto de estatus

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

El HR 2499 â€“Ley de Democracia para Puerto Ricoâ€“ establece una primera consulta en la que los puertorriqueÃ±os deben contestar si quieren mantener la presente condiciÃ³n polÃtica de estatus â€“ELAâ€“ o si quieren una relaciÃ³n difer

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Today in Congress

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

PRFAA | News & Media

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

La Fortaleza - El Gobernador de Puerto Rico, Luis G. FortuÃ±o, celebrÃ³ hoy la aprobaciÃ³n de la Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499), ante la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos Naturales de la CÃ¡mara federal. â€œEl margen de votaciÃ³n a favor d

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PasÃ³ plebiscito para determinar estatus polÃtico de P. Rico ...

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

Breaking News en EspaÃ±ol + OpiniÃ³n, El gobernador Luis FortuÃ±o celebrÃ³ hoy la aprobaciÃ³n de la Ley de Democracia para Puerto Rico (HR 2499) por la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos Naturales de la CÃ¡mara de Representantes estadounidense, ...

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Pedro Pierluisi 2008: Pedro Pierluisi's Statement on HR 2499: "Markup"

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

Thank you for calling today's markup, for your strong support of H.R. 2499, and for all you have done to advance the cause of self-determination for the people of Puerto Rico. My constituentsâ€”and Iâ€”owe you a debt of gratitude. ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Governor Luis Fortuno today hailed the resounding vote of approval that the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (HR 2499) received from the U.S. House of Representatives' Committee on Natural Resources. ...

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Today in Congress | Bloggers For Change

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499 Passed By Committee to House?

2009-07-21T20:00:00Z

Pierluisi's four-page HR-2499, also known as the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, authorizes the island government to hold a referendum in which voters will choose whether they think Puerto Rico should continue its current status. ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2009-07-20T20:00:00Z

However, we propose that H.R. 2499 be amended and more precise and clear definitions of the alternatives be submitted to voters. A more precise and clear wording of the ballot proposed for the first plebiscite shouldn't allow for ...

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This Week in Congress

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

Congress Matters ::

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

This Week in Congress

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

This Week in Congress | Bloggers For Change

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

Malarky News - Pure Torture

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

Senador de la pava presenta carta al congreso condenando proyecto ...

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

El senador del Partido Popular DemocrÃ¡tico Alejandro GarcÃa Padilla le exigiÃ³ mediante carta a los congresistas norteamericanos que no den paso al HR 2499 de.

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Week at a Glance on Capitol Hill, July 20-24 : University of ...

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources marks up legislation on Puerto Rico democracy ( HR 2499 ). 10 .m., Wednesday, 1324 Longworth. House Financial Services marks up draft legislation that would overhaul financial industry regulations. ...

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This Week in Congress | Bloggers For Change

2009-07-19T20:00:00Z

The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499 To be Voted on Next Week?

2009-07-16T20:00:00Z

Supposedly, HR 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, is to be voted on by the relevant committee by Wednesday of next week. That'd clear it to go to the full House to vote. This one seems to be progressing much faster than HR900 ...

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Randy Haddock - Committee to vote on status bill next week

2009-07-15T20:00:00Z

The four-page HR-2499, also known as the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, authorizes the island government to hold a referendum in which voters will choose whether they think Puerto Rico should continue its current status. ...

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RINCON LIBERTARIO

2009-07-15T20:00:00Z

Hacia el final de la vista el presidente del PPD, HÃ©ctor Ferrer disertÃ³ en contra del proyecto de ley del Comisionado Residente Pedro Pierluisi, H.R. 2499, especÃficamente en la incompatibilidad democrÃ¡tica del propuesto voto ...

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REFUGIO LIBERAL

2009-07-15T20:00:00Z

Perspectiva Estadista: A votaciÃ³n proyecto de status en el Congreso

2009-07-14T20:00:00Z

La medida, conocida como HR-2499, serÃ¡ votada el 22 de julio por la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos Naturales de la CÃ¡mara de Representantes federal, que hace tres semanas celebrÃ³ vistas pÃºblicas a las que acudieron lÃderes de todas las ideologÃa

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El Independent: El reto popular del 2010: Estadidad Â¿SÃ o No? para ...

2009-07-14T20:00:00Z

A mediados del 2010, si no hay progreso ni promesa, en el Senado federal, para H.R. 2499, el Gobernador Luis FortuÃ±o, conjuntamente con el Presidente del Senado, Thomas Rivera Schatz y la Presidenta de la CÃ¡mara de Representantes ...

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Committee to vote on status bill next week Â« Statehood for Puerto Rico

2009-07-14T20:00:00Z

Perspectiva Estadista: Boston Tea Party becomes 5th party to ...

2009-07-08T20:00:00Z

The Boston Tea Party National Committee passed a resolution â€œin support of HR 2499 To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Ricoâ€* 5-0 (with 1 not voting). ...

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Where HipHop and Libertarianism Meet: African Immigrants The ...

2009-07-07T20:00:00Z

Boston Tea Party becomes 5th party to endorse self-determination for Puerto Rico, and other BTP news - Mailed to contact.ipr@gmail.com: ALLOW SELF-DETERMINTION FOR PUERTO RICO Boston Tea Party National Committee Endorses HR 2499 The ...

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Boston Tea Party becomes 5th party to endorse self-determination ...

2009-07-07T20:00:00Z

Mailed to contact.ipr@gmail.com: ALLOW SELF-DETERMINTION FOR PUERTO RICO Boston Tea Party National Committee Endorses HR 2499 The Boston Tea Party.

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The Right Side of Life » Eligibility Update: Connerat v. Obama ...

2009-07-04T20:00:00Z

Almost all of the interesting election law bills in the U.S. House have continued to add co-sponsors during June. In order of how many co-sponsors each bill has, here is a list: 1. Popular vote on Puerto Rico status: 151 (HR 2499) ...

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The Right Side of Life Â» Eligibility Update: Connerat v. Obama ...

2009-07-04T20:00:00Z

La Cultura de la Escasez

2009-07-02T20:00:00Z

La gestiÃ³n engaÃ±osa de Pierluisi nos lleva una vez mÃ¡s al Status Quo con la HR 2499, y dice Â¡que es estadista! Nuestra meta debe ser otra, la ESTADIDAD y CREAR Y PROSPERAR en la economÃa exitosa respetando la propiedad privada Y LA LEY ...

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The Usual Politics: Puerto Rico Status Hearing in U.S. Congress

2009-06-30T20:00:00Z

Puerto Rico Status Hearing in U.S. Congress. The hearing has hardly been covered by mainstream media. Here is direct video of the hearing. Click here to watch the video. The actual bill: H.R.2499 "Puerto Rico Democracy Act 2009" ...

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ORLANDO LATINOâ„¢: Same Old, Same Old

2009-06-30T20:00:00Z

That's pretty much what happened recently when the House Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 (HR 2499), introduced by Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi. ...

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PRSSA: Miranda MarÃn is wrong about Pelosi & HR 2499 Â« PRPolNews ...

2009-06-29T20:00:00Z

PRSSA: Miranda MarÃn is wrong about Pelosi & HR 2499. Posted in Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico Politics, Statehood Puerto Rico, US Politics, political opinion by prpolnewsblog on June 30, 2009. The Puerto Rico Statehood Students Association ...

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Haz lo que YO digo, NO lo que YO hagoâ€¦ Uh, shouldn't it read, â€œDo ...

2009-06-27T20:00:00Z

(Obviamente y de manera no muy sutil, me refiero con lo Ãºltimo a la vista efectuada el 25 de junio de 2009 ante la ComisiÃ³n de Recursos Naturales de la CÃ¡mara de Representantes estadounidense, sobre el Proyecto H.R. 2499, de la autorÃa ...

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Will Puerto Rico Become the 51st State?

2009-06-26T20:00:00Z

If Puerto Rico does become the 51st state, it would rank 27th in population between Kentucky and Oregon. -Noel Brinkerhoff. Congress considers referendum on Puerto Rico's political status (by Frances Robles, Miami Herald). HR 2499: ...

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Partido Independentista en RincÃ³n: A romper el tranque

2009-06-25T20:00:00Z

La experiencia de los Ãºltimos 20 aÃ±os demuestra que el llamado Proyecto Pierluisi (H.R. 2499), si no se enmienda sustancialmente, estÃ¡ destinado al fracaso. El Congreso de Estados Unidos no aprobarÃ¡ ley alguna con una promesa directa o ...

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2009-06-25T20:00:00Z

The experience of the last 20 years demonstrates that Congress will not enact legislation that directly or indirectly promises statehood to PR, as does HR 2499. Aversion to statehood for Puerto Rico is the main obstacle to the approval ...

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2009-06-24T20:00:00Z

Gracias a la obra del entonces Comisionado Residente Luis FortuÃ±o, republicano, ahora el Comisionado Residente Pedro Pierluisi en su Puerto Rico Democracy Act 2009 HR 2499, tendrÃ¡ 150 co auspiciadores, de los cuales 50 serÃ¡n ...

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2009-06-24T20:00:00Z

As we discuss HR 2499, we must ask ourselves â€“ Why are we involved in seeking congressional action to sanction a â€œself-determination process for the people of Puerto Ricoâ€*? In the first place, because the vast majority of the people of ...

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@NYC: HR 2499

2009-06-24T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 IH 111th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 2499. To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 19, 2009. Mr. PIERLUISI (for himself, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, ...

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ponencia del partido independentista puertorriqueño - primera hora

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

the experience of the last 20 years demonstrates that congress will not enact legislation that directly or indirectly promises statehood to pr, as does hr 2499. aversion to statehood for puerto rico is the main obstacle to the approval ...

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2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

The second vote in HR 2499 would be eliminated. Congress would then be in a position to respond to the status choice to be made by Puerto Ricans in either a constituent assembly (to be proposed by the PDP and the PIP) or a plebiscite ...

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Today in Congress

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: HR 2499 (Pierluisi): To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009"; Wed., 6/24, 10:15am. ...

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Defiende PRSSA al HR 2499 Â« Statehood for Puerto Rico

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

Defiende PRSSA al HR 2499. Por JosÃ© A. Delgado/ Jdelgado@elnuevodia.com â€¦En otra ponencia sometida por escrito, la â€œPuerto Rico Statehood Students Associationâ€* defendiÃ³ la legislaciÃ³n de Pierluisi. â€œBajo nuestro status polÃt

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AsociaciÃ³n y SoberanÃa: The State of the Puerto Rico debate

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499, the so-called Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, would set forth a twisted, predisposed and disturbing "self-determination" process designed to get rid of commonwealth status in order to steer the people toward a ...

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2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: H.R. 2499 (Pierluisi): To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009"; Wed., 6/24, 10:15am. ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member Hastings for the opportunity to appear before this Committee to express my support of H.R. 2499, the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009. Mr. Chairman, I appear before you as Governor of Puerto ...

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Today in Congress

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House Natural Resources Committee: HR 2499 (Pierluisi): To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. â€œPuerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009â€³; Wed., 6/24, 10:15am. ...

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Referendum on Puerto Rico's Political Status â€“ Scoop.co.nz

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

Referendum on Puerto Rico's Political StatusScoop.co.nz, New Zealand"This is historic," said former Miami Mayor Maurice Ferre, a Puerto Rico native who was in San Juan this week promoting the bill, HR 2499. â€œIn the 111 years the US flag

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Puerto Ricans may get vote on statehood

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

''This is historic,'' said former Miami Mayor Maurice Ferre, a Puerto Rico native who was in San Juan this week promoting the bill, HR 2499. ``In the 111 years the US flag has been in Puerto Rico, Congress has never asked: What is ...

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PRFAA | News & Media

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

June 24, 2009. Full Committee Legislative Hearing on H.R. 2499 ( Wednesday, June 24th at 10:00 AM). LIVE VIDEO WEBCAST. Note: Live webcasts begin approximately 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the hearing. ...

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English Language Unites: No Puerto Rican statehood without English

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

H.R. 2499 would require that Puerto Ricans hold a plebiscite on whether or not Puerto Rico should keep its status as a commonwealth of the U.S. If a majority does not vote in favor of remaining a commonwealth, then another plebiscite ...

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2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

My name is Hector Ferrer; I come before you as President of the Popular Democratic Party, House Minority Leader and on behalf of thousands of Puerto Ricans, who would be denied their natural right of self determination, if HR 2499 ...

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t r u t h o u t | Congress Considers Referendum on Puerto Rico's ...

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

"This is historic," said former Miami Mayor Maurice Ferre, a Puerto Rico native who was in San Juan this week promoting the bill, HR 2499. ``In the 111 years the U.S. flag has been in Puerto Rico, Congress has never asked: What is ...

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Today in Congress | Hillary Clinton

2009-06-23T20:00:00Z

House Natural Resources Committee: H.R. 2499 (Pierluisi): To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. â€œPuerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009â€³; Wed., 6/24, 10:15am. ...

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Puerto Rico leaders to lobby Congress for a greater voice | McClatchy

2009-06-22T20:00:00Z

"This is historic," said former Miami Mayor Maurice Ferre, a Puerto Rico native who was in San Juan this week promoting the bill, HR 2499. "In the 111 years the U.S. flag has been in Puerto Rico, Congress has never asked: What is Puerto ...

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HR 2499 LIVE HEARING WEBCAST Â« Statehood for Puerto Rico

2009-06-22T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 LIVE HEARING WEBCAST. Greetings,. On Wednesday, June 24 2009 the PRSSA will be broadcasting live the Natural Resources Committee Hearing on the Puerto Rico Democrac Act, HR 2499. The live broadcast will be at: live.hr2499.com ...

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Puerto Rico leaders to lobby Congress for a greater voice | McClatchy

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This Week in Congress

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Malarky News - Pure Torture

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House Natural Resources Committee: HR 2499 (Pierluisi): To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 Wed., 6/24, 10am. House Ways & Means Committee: ...

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Truth to Power: "This Federal Perversion of the United States of ...

2009-06-16T20:00:00Z

Congressional Bill for Puerto Rico Plebescite Gains More Co-Sponors - The bill in the U.S. House for a popular vote on Puerto Rico's future status, HR 2499, now has 147 co-sponsors. Nine more co-sponsors were gained in the la. ...

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Missive of Support for Hour 2499 from Rep.

2009-06-15T20:00:00Z

Hr 2499 was acquainted by Representative Pedro R Pierluisi and referred to the Commission on May 19, 2009. As of this composition, Hr 2499 holds over 124 co-sponsors of every political band and from every part in that nation. ...

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H.R.2894: Voter Confidence and Increased Accessibility Act of 2009 ...

2009-06-14T20:00:00Z

Certifigate: Did Fukino Really Say... HR 2894, to outlaw certain kinds of vote-counting machines, gained one co-sponsor in the last 7 days, and now has 83. HR 2499, for a popu... Source: The Right Side of Life ...

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2009-06-14T20:00:00Z

Testimonio de HÃ©ctor J. Ferrer RÃos Presidente del Partido Popular DemocrÃ¡tico ComitÃ© de DescolonizaciÃ³n Naciones Unidas New York, New York Junio 15, 2009. Buenos dÃas SeÃ±or Presidente, SeÃ±ores Embajadores, Representantes de las ...

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2009-06-09T20:00:00Z

Ahora, se utiliza nuestra posiciÃ³n en torno al HR 2499 para no solo desvirtuar nuestra posiciÃ³n sino insertar en el debate elementos claramente divisivos a la colectividad. Rechazamos la intentona de calificar ...

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Stop Puerto Rico Statehood: New Puerto Rico Statehood Legislation ...

2009-06-09T20:00:00Z

HR 2499, introduced in to the House of Representatives by Rep Pierluisi, Pedro R. [PR] on 5/19/2009, paves the way for Puerto Rico statehood. The bill already has 123 cosponsors according to Thomas.gov. Posted by Staff at 3:48 PM ...

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SUMMER HUEN 121: H.R. 2499: The new status bill before Congress

2009-06-09T20:00:00Z

Resident Commissioner Pedro Pierluisi last week presented H.R. 2499 in the House of Representatives, a bill â€œto provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.â€* ...

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www.us-puertoricans.org - Congressional Hearing on Plebescite Bill

2009-06-06T20:00:00Z

The bill in the U.S. House for a vote on Puerto Rico's future status, HR 2499, now has 147 co-sponsors. Last month, Puerto Rico's Resident Commissioner to the U.S. House, Pedro Pierluisi, introduced HR2499, to require a vote on the ...

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UniÃ³n Popular Soberana: AAV: Carta al Congreso

2009-06-06T20:00:00Z

As a former Governor of Puerto Rico and former member of Congress I write to strongly oppose H.R. 2499, the "Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009" and urge you to join the majority of Puerto Ricans in rejecting this unfair and biased bill. ...

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ORLANDO LATINOâ„¢: Status Merry-Go-Round?

2009-06-06T20:00:00Z

So what are we to make of HR 2499? To date, it has more than 90 sponsors and has been referred to the House Natural Resources Committee, which has jurisdiction over Puerto Rico, as does its counterpart in the Senate. ...

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Truth to Power: The "Former Speaker of the Massachusetts House of ...

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Ponencia del Senador Eduardo Bhatia::: Wapa.tv

2009-06-02T20:00:00Z

And it can be done, but the way to do it is not HR 2499. It is through a process of mutual consent; of mutual negotiation; a process of creative policymaking and of recognizing and celebrating the most fundamental democratic principles ...

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En el paÃs de los ciegos...: El Nuevo DÃa es la changa.

2009-06-02T20:00:00Z

Su endoso y el del 23% de los miembros de la CÃ¡mara al HR 2499 es Ãndice de cuÃ¡nto ha avanzado en Washington la idea de que ya es hora de acabar con la condiciÃ³n colonial de Puerto Rico. Este es el quid de la noticia que, no obstante, ...

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AsociaciÃ³n y SoberanÃa

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LA NARANJA / CONDADO DE ORANGE / CALIFORNIA: Fraude Plebiscitario

2009-05-31T20:00:00Z

El H.R. 2499 pasarÃ¡ a la historia fugazmente. SerÃ¡ recordado como otro embeleco plebiscitario mÃ¡s en la larga cadena de entuertos congresionales que lejos de esclarecer el futuro del paÃs lo enturbian aÃºn mÃ¡s. ...

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â€œA House Divided. . . â€œ Â« Happy Island

2009-05-27T20:00:00Z

Continuing the latest circus show initiated by the submission of HR 2499 in the U.S. House of Representatives, The PPD decided to use the occasion to show just how divided they are. Having failed Political Science 101, Hector Ferrer ...

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President Obama selects Judge Sonia Sotomayor for Supreme Court ...

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Judge Sonia Sotomayor once made the statement "I would hope that a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experiences would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male". Will the Republicans dare vote against the ...

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PRSSA CELEBRATES SOTOMAYOR APPOINTMENT TO U.S. SUPREME COURT ...

2009-05-25T20:00:00Z

President Barack Obama Appoints Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court · PRSSA en campaÃ±a por el Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) · STATEMENT BY REPRESENTATIVE LORETTA SANCHEZ ON HR 2499 · PRSSA REALIZA CAMPAÃ‘A CONGRESIONA

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PÃ*GINA WEB PONE APOYO A H.R. 2499 AL ALCANCE DE TODOS Â« Statehood ...

2009-05-24T20:00:00Z

HR2499.com para orientar sobre el proyecto HR 2499 del comisionado residente Pedro Pierluisi que provee para una serie de plebiscitos avalados por el Congreso que podrÃan definir finalmente el status jurÃdico de preferencia del pueblo ...

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Support the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) - The Petition Site

2009-05-22T20:00:00Z

p>HR 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009, provides for a federally sanctioned plebiscite that would give the four million US citizens of Puerto Rico an opportunity to freely determine Puerto Rico's future political status.

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Petitition to Support H.R. 2499 Â« Statehood for Puerto Rico

2009-05-22T20:00:00Z

President Barack Obama to appoint Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court · PRSSA en campaÃ±a por el Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) · STATEMENT BY REPRESENTATIVE LORETTA SANCHEZ ON HR 2499 · PRSSA REALIZA CAMPAÃ‘A CONGRESIO

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Someone collecting signatures against PR status bill Â« PRPolNews ...

2009-05-22T20:00:00Z

Website Care2PetitionSite has started collecting signatures for a petition against HR 2499, the newly-introduced bill dealing with Puerto Rico's political status authored by Puerto Rico's Commissioner Resident Pedro Pierluisi. ...

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Support the Puerto Rico Democracy Act (HR 2499) - The Petition Site

2009-05-22T20:00:00Z

Support political self-determination for the four million US citizens of Puerto Rico.

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Please Oppose H.R. 2499: "The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 ...

2009-05-21T20:00:00Z

Last year, the so-called "Puerto Rico Democracy Act" did not go to the House floor. It was a... (322 signatures on petition)

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HR 2499 Introductory Remarks by Congressman Pedro Pierluisi ...

2009-05-21T20:00:00Z

HR 2499 Introductory Remarks by Congressman Pedro Pierluisi. Introduction of the Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 1334 Longworth House Office Building U.S. Congress Washington, DC May 19, 2009. Good morning and welcome. ...

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Please Oppose H.R. 2499: "The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 ...

2009-05-21T20:00:00Z

Last year, the so-called "Puerto Rico Democracy Act" did not go to the House floor. It was a...

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STATEMENT BY REPRESENTATIVE LORETTA SANCHEZ ON HR 2499 Â« Statehood ...

2009-05-20T20:00:00Z

STATEMENT BY REPRESENTATIVE LORETTA SANCHEZ ON HR 2499. â€œI am a proud co-sponsor of this bill because I believe it is unfair that although residents of Puerto Rico are U.S. citizens, they do not have voting representatives in Congress ...

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The Dragon's Tales: HR 2499: Another Puerto Rico Status Change Bill

2009-05-20T20:00:00Z

HR 990 must have died completely. Damnit, Pelosi. Structurally, this isn't much different. First vote whether or not to change the status. Second vote on which one to change to: statehood, independence, or free associated state (like ...

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El Fin De La Colonia: Pierluisi pide apoyo para el H.R. 2499

2009-05-19T20:00:00Z

Pierluisi pide apoyo para el H.R. 2499 · Image and video hosting by TinyPic. Endi JosÃ© A. Delgado WASHINGTON â€“ Pedro Pierluisi, comisionado residente en Washington, pidiÃ³ hoy respaldo para su proyecto de status, que impulsa un cambio en .

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H.R.2499: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 ... - OpenCongress

2009-05-18T01:00:00Z

All Bill Titles. Official: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. as introduced. Short: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 as introduced. Short: Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009 as reported ..... d

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WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009

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US Congress: HR 2499, The Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2009.

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WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 2499, To provide for a federally ...

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US Congress: HR 2499, To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.

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H.R. 2499: To provide for a federally sanctioned self ...

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A bill in the US Congress: To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico.

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