Speaker. on numerous occasions over the past 14 months. I have discussed with our colleagues and others the many problems encountered by the 11/2 million mainland Puerto Ricans in fully participating in the political. economic. and social life of our country. I have demonstrated that the aspirations of many of those who migrated to the United States from Puerto Rico have not been realized and that emigration to the mainland has often failed to result in the economic salvation many had so desperately hoped for. The Puerto Rican seeks nothing more than what other immigrant groups have achieved. Our community is actively searching for economic security and independence. full access to our educational and social institutions. equal opportunities in employment. housing. and health services. and the enjoyment of basic human rights and freedoms and equal protection and treatment under law. There is much to be done to secure fair and equitable treatment for Puerto Ricans.
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