Is PUERTO RICO an ASSET or a LIABILITY to the United States of America?.

Well I guess it depends on your point of view?

As long as the wealthy could extract wealth from the US Territory without having to invest much the capitalists would consider it an asset.

And now, that all the physical assets of the island have been destroyed and their is nothing no wealth or assests to extract in the short time, free marketeers would consider it a liability.

Remember the first rule of 'free trade' .... Private Profit at Public Expense. Not to mention the personal costs to families ....

But then from another viewpoint - a more eastern one if you will...

This is a wonderful opportunity to rebuild the island and experiment with new and clean energy technologies, new building technologies, new agricultural technologies, new logistical systems - localized energy production with island wide distribution - all manner of things. It would put the people of Puerto Rico to work, enrich their lives and create value for her citizens.

In the long term, it could become an asset to the entire country.

Personally, I'd rather my tax dollars go to developing and deploying new green systems that benefit working families and small businesses over the monopolies and financiers.

a reply to: FyreByrd

It seems that President Trump sees the huge economic potential, that would benefit both the U.S. and Puerto Rico, just like you do, FyreByrd.

He published a Twitter Video this evening, highlighting how much work the U.S. did in the early days, after Hurricane Maria decimated the island.

LINK to Story w/ Video: thehill.com...

a reply to: carewemust

I would think an asset except for their debt, poverty and high crime rate. If we could unstate Chicago from Illinois, would we?

a reply to: carewemust

What the hell I am talking about is that they are citizens just like you and me. Commonwealth or State.

Took it personally? My reaction was not personal. Nope. It was rational.

However, I'd like you to consider the following....

One of the SINGLE best men I know in this world, someone everyone should look up to for his integrity, is a native of San Juan. He joined the Marine Corp as an enlisted man, and was *quickly* promoted to being a Captain, because of his integrity and natural leadership skills. He served for just about 15 years. He served you. He served all of us.

I was with him during the storm while San Juan was destroyed. His mother, his family and dear friends are there.

If I had a son, I would want my son to emulate my friend, not me. That is how strong my love and respect of this man is. He's been a true friend. To all of us.

Now it is personal. Take a look at your own name for inspiration. Your blatant heartlessnes is poison. Don't spread it.

The IRS is a privately owned company based out of Puerto Rico. This should tell you why things are happening the way they are.
a reply to: carewemust

originally posted by: gimcrackery
The IRS is a privately owned company based out of Puerto Rico. This should tell you why things are happening the way they are.
a reply to: carewemust

Something else strange is that CNN is the only major network with consistent daily updates on the Puerto Rico recovery progress.

You don't normally think of CNN as a "compassionate" network.

On-screen CNN graphic now says 48 Dead due to hurricane Maria.

originally posted by: seasonal
a reply to: carewemust

Is the US's $20,000,000,000,000 in debt a liability to Puerto Rico?

Bwahahahaha.....

I always thought that it was up to the entity, in this case PR, to determine it's status. If THEY wanted out, not get the boot.

October 16, 2018

The FBI just RAIDED the San Juan mayor's office.

thehill.com...

Rampant corruption, apparently.

a reply to: carewemust

asset if US profits from them

a reply to: EraTera2

Slow down a bit man... think about your replies..

good way to get yourself banned

originally posted by: Akragon
a reply to: EraTera2

Slow down a bit man... think about your replies..

good way to get yourself banned

well i'm not going to sit down and sing kumbaya with them. Either use them for profit or they are useless.

a reply to: carewemust

Puerto Rico had it good.
We built plenty of docks,'airports,''and the like
in exchange for target areas and Communist buffers.
They kicked U.S. out and Mother Nature destroyed them.

The U.S. Taxpayer owes them NOTHING.

Teetsuckers.

If it has no purpose, liability.

a reply to: carewemust

$123 billion in debt and pension obligations far exceeds the $18 billion bankruptcy filed by Detroit in 2013, to uncharted ground.

Comparing the debt of a city to the debt of a country....
smooth.

And your source.... War against all Puerto Ricans dot com???? Really?

a reply to: Wildmanimal

They are part of the USA.
silly people

a reply to: carewemust

They can vote in the primary but not in the general election.

My vote is that they are an asset.

a reply to: Sillyolme

Yeah what part?
The Rectum?

I used to love Puerto Rico,
Particularly Vieques and Bio Bay.

I spent a lot of money there.
Then they robbed me and kicked our base out.

Why don't you book a flight down there and
STAY for a Long while.

It breaks my heart to see such a great Island of People
turn into a bunch of Moochers.

Silly ol You is right. I will buy you a One Way Ticket through proxy.
Just so you can educate yourself to Horror.

July 24, 2019

Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello was run out of office tonight. He officially resigned...effective August 2nd.

Story: abcnews.go.com...

It's a liability and should just be given independence.

What happens after that should not be the US's concern.