Why isn’t Puerto Rico a State of the US?

When an issue related to Puerto Rico comes to public debate in US media, being a natural disaster or the ousting of governor Ricardo Rosselló in 2019, the immediate question the American people ask is, "Why isn't Puerto Rico a state?" as if statehood were the logic course of action or wanted by most Puerto Ricans. In our 2nd episode, Alberto Medina answers our question, dispels assumptions and explains how the US has contributed to keeping Puerto Rico's political status unresolved. Love the show? Help keep your favorite host fueled for those late-night editing sessions! Whether she's sipping fresh chamomile tea or hot chocolate, your support means the world. You can drop a few bucks to support the podcast here: Send donation to Diasporica