Puerto Rico (English /ˌpɔːrtəˈriːkoʊ/ or /ˌpwɛərtəˈriːkoʊ/;Spanish:[ˈpweɾto ˈriko], locally also[ˈpwelto ˈχiko; ˈʀ̥iko]), officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Spanish:Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico, literally the "Free Associated State of Puerto Rico"), is a United Statesterritory located in the northeastern Caribbean. Puerto Rico is an archipelago that includes the main island of Puerto Rico and a number of smaller islands. The capital and largest city is San Juan. The territory does not observe daylight saving time, and its official languages are Spanish, which is predominant, and English. The island's population is approximately 3.4 million.
Puerto Rico's rich history, tropical climate, diverse natural scenery, renowned traditional cuisine and attractive tax incentives make it a popular destination for visitors from around the world. Its location in the Caribbean, combined with centuries of colonization and subsequent migration, has made Puerto Rican culture a distinct melting pot of Amerindian, Spanish, African, and North American influences.
Puerto Rico is a German-style board game designed by Andreas Seyfarth, and published in 2002 by Alea in German, by Rio Grande Games in English and by Κάισσα in Greek.
Players assume the roles of colonial governors on the island of Puerto Rico during the age of Caribbean ascendancy. The aim of the game is to amass victory points by exporting goods or by constructing buildings.
Puerto Rico can be played by three to five players, although an official two player variant also exists. There is an official expansion which adds new buildings that can be swapped in for or used along with those in the original game. In February 2004, Andreas Seyfarth released a separate card game called San Juan based on Puerto Rico and published by the same companies. Puerto Rico is one of the highest rated games on BoardGameGeek.
Gameplay
Each player uses a separate small board with spaces for city buildings, plantations, and resources. Shared between the players are three ships, a trading house, and a supply of resources and doubloons (money).
The Constitution of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is the controlling government document of Puerto Rico. It is composed of nine articles detailing the structure of the government as well as the function of several of its institutions. The document also contains an extensive and specific Bill of Rights. Since Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States, the Puerto Rico Constitution is bound to adhere to the postulates of the U.S. Constitution due to the Supremacy Clause, and of relevant Federal legislation due to the Territorial Clause.
July 25, which had been an official holiday in Puerto Rico commemorating the arrival of United States troops in Puerto Rico on July 25, 1898, is now known as Constitution Day. According to University of Puerto Rico Law Professor Antonio Fernós López-Cepero, Muñoz Marín chose July 25 for the proclamation of the Constitution with the intention of replacing the 1898 commemoration with the commemoration of the adoption of the constitution. In an article published on July 25, 2010, the late Professor Fernós López-Cepero stated to El Nuevo Dia newspaper that he heard this information from his father, the late Dr. Antonio Fernos Isern, who was the president of the Constitutional Convention in 1952.
Puerto Rico is the capital city of the Libertador General San Martín Department, in the Misiones Province of Argentina.
It is located at 26° 48' south latitude and 55° 01' west longitude, along the Paraná River. It limits to the south with the city of Capioví, at east and north with the Garuhapé and to the east west with Paraguay.
Strategically located along Route 12, it is half way between the Iguazu Falls and the province's capital Posadas.
With almost 12.500 hectares, the city has a population of around 20.000 people, mainly composed of European immigrants.
Puerto Rico is the oldest colony still in existence in the world. We share the history of the constitution of Puerto Rico and some of the history of the people and political process that shaped the current commonwealth reality of Puerto Rico.
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published: 20 Jul 2023
The colonial politics of the U.S.-Puerto Rico relationship
As a possession of the United States, Puerto Rico is under the absolute powers of Congress. I tell you about times in history, past and present, when that has become evident.
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published: 13 Jan 2021
Why isn't Puerto Rico a state?
Puerto Rico has been a United States territory for more than 120 years. Why hasn't the U.S. made it a state?
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published: 11 Nov 2021
Celebrating Puerto Rico Constitution Day
July 25 is Puerto Rico Constitution Day, a public holiday in Puerto Rico since the adoption of it's present constitution in 1952. Its a celebration of Puerto Rico moving from "colony" status to "commonwealth" status within the United States.
published: 25 Jul 2018
‘It’s A Joke’: GOP Lawmaker Slams House Dems For Pushing Puerto Rico Independence Bill
On the House Floor Thursday, Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) spoke about HR 8393, the Puerto Rico Status Act.
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published: 15 Dec 2022
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was told to provide a translation after speaking Spanish in support of statehood for Puerto Rico.
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Puerto Rico, acquired by the United States from Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War, is a commonwealth, or self-governing state, subject to the authority of Congress. Residents can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election. The island has a nonvoting member of Congress but no voting representatives or senators, as states have.
Puerto Rico has given its residents the opportunity to express their opinion on the island's governmental status, holding various nonbinding votes on its relationship to the United States. In a 2020 ballot measure that ask...
published: 16 Dec 2022
How the U.S. silenced calls for Puerto Rico's independence
Only a minority of Puerto Ricans support independence today. But those who still support that option say that's because the U.S. persecuted independence supporters for decades.
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published: 26 Aug 2021
Why Aren't D.C. and Puerto Rico States? It's Complicated
We take a look back at the historical forces that stopped Puerto Rico and DC from becoming states No. 51 or No. 52.
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published: 22 May 2021
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico’s Future | CBS Reports
In the midst of economic, political and climate crises, Puerto Rico has lost nearly 12% of its population over the last decade, mostly to join the 6 million Puerto Rican diaspora now living in the 50 states. Tax incentives meant to lure investments have led some Puerto Ricans to fear that the island is turning into a fiscal paradise for wealthy outsiders, driving even more locals out. Many administrations have pushed for a more prosperous Puerto Rico, but they often blame the territorial status for falling short. Is statehood, independence, or something else the solution? And who gets to decide?
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published: 24 Jun 2021
The Application of the Constitution to the Territories
Featuring:
Omar Andino Figueroa, Deputy Solicitor General, Puerto Rico
Introduction: Seth B. Zirkle, Attorney, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP; President, Evansville Lawyers Chapter
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Puerto Rico is the oldest colony still in existence in the world. We share the history of the constitution of Puerto Rico and some of the history of the people ...
Puerto Rico is the oldest colony still in existence in the world. We share the history of the constitution of Puerto Rico and some of the history of the people and political process that shaped the current commonwealth reality of Puerto Rico.
📚 Book recommendations are always part of the videos, and we share several on Puerto Rico. Your local library and Better World Books are great places to get your new reads. Siempre Felicidad, Mucho Amor y Mucha Salud❣️
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Intro 0 - 1:12
History of US Occupation 1:13 - 2:59
Jones Act 3:00 - 4:05
History of Puerto Rican Constitution 4:06 - 6:24
Book Recommendation 6:25 - 9:00
Outro 9:01 - 9:55
Puerto Rico is the oldest colony still in existence in the world. We share the history of the constitution of Puerto Rico and some of the history of the people and political process that shaped the current commonwealth reality of Puerto Rico.
📚 Book recommendations are always part of the videos, and we share several on Puerto Rico. Your local library and Better World Books are great places to get your new reads. Siempre Felicidad, Mucho Amor y Mucha Salud❣️
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Book Recommendations:
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https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/the-battle-for-paradise-puerto-rico-takes-on-the-disaster-capitalists-9781608465866
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/war-against-all-puerto-ricans-revolution-and-terror-in-america-s-colony-9781568585611
Timestamps
Intro 0 - 1:12
History of US Occupation 1:13 - 2:59
Jones Act 3:00 - 4:05
History of Puerto Rican Constitution 4:06 - 6:24
Book Recommendation 6:25 - 9:00
Outro 9:01 - 9:55
As a possession of the United States, Puerto Rico is under the absolute powers of Congress. I tell you about times in history, past and present, when that has b...
As a possession of the United States, Puerto Rico is under the absolute powers of Congress. I tell you about times in history, past and present, when that has become evident.
My Patreon if you'd like to support my work: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=42409701
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I also used some of the footage from this video in stories I did for El Nuevo Día. Check them out here:
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https://www.elnuevodia.com/noticias/locales/videos/pocas-esperanzas-en-vieques-ante-la-privatizacion-del-servicio-de-lanchas-esto-va-a-ser-peor-para-nosotros-269905/
Photograph credit:
Archivo Histórico de Vieques
Bonnie Donohue
Video credit:
Vieques and its People
National Archives
As a possession of the United States, Puerto Rico is under the absolute powers of Congress. I tell you about times in history, past and present, when that has become evident.
My Patreon if you'd like to support my work: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=42409701
Follow me on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter: Bianca Graulau
I also used some of the footage from this video in stories I did for El Nuevo Día. Check them out here:
https://www.elnuevodia.com/noticias/locales/videos/precariedad-y-pocas-opciones-en-el-pueblo-con-mayor-desempleo-de-puerto-rico-268747/
https://www.elnuevodia.com/noticias/locales/videos/pocas-esperanzas-en-vieques-ante-la-privatizacion-del-servicio-de-lanchas-esto-va-a-ser-peor-para-nosotros-269905/
Photograph credit:
Archivo Histórico de Vieques
Bonnie Donohue
Video credit:
Vieques and its People
National Archives
Puerto Rico has been a United States territory for more than 120 years. Why hasn't the U.S. made it a state?
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Puerto Rico has been a United States territory for more than 120 years. Why hasn't the U.S. made it a state?
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Puerto Rico has been a United States territory for more than 120 years. Why hasn't the U.S. made it a state?
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July 25 is Puerto Rico Constitution Day, a public holiday in Puerto Rico since the adoption of it's present constitution in 1952. Its a celebration of Puerto Ri...
July 25 is Puerto Rico Constitution Day, a public holiday in Puerto Rico since the adoption of it's present constitution in 1952. Its a celebration of Puerto Rico moving from "colony" status to "commonwealth" status within the United States.
July 25 is Puerto Rico Constitution Day, a public holiday in Puerto Rico since the adoption of it's present constitution in 1952. Its a celebration of Puerto Rico moving from "colony" status to "commonwealth" status within the United States.
On the House Floor Thursday, Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) spoke about HR 8393, the Puerto Rico Status Act.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was told to provide a translation after speaking Spanish in support of statehood for Puerto Rico.
RELATED: President Trump calls...
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was told to provide a translation after speaking Spanish in support of statehood for Puerto Rico.
RELATED: President Trump calls AOC 'wack job' in series of tweets https://bit.ly/3V5mjnF
Puerto Rico, acquired by the United States from Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War, is a commonwealth, or self-governing state, subject to the authority of Congress. Residents can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election. The island has a nonvoting member of Congress but no voting representatives or senators, as states have.
Puerto Rico has given its residents the opportunity to express their opinion on the island's governmental status, holding various nonbinding votes on its relationship to the United States. In a 2020 ballot measure that asked a single question about statehood, 52.3% of voters said they favored Puerto Rico becoming a state. In three earlier nonbinding plebiscites between 1967 and 1998, a majority of Puerto Rican voters favored remaining as a commonwealth. Other residents favored outright independence.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was told to provide a translation after speaking Spanish in support of statehood for Puerto Rico.
RELATED: President Trump calls AOC 'wack job' in series of tweets https://bit.ly/3V5mjnF
Puerto Rico, acquired by the United States from Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War, is a commonwealth, or self-governing state, subject to the authority of Congress. Residents can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election. The island has a nonvoting member of Congress but no voting representatives or senators, as states have.
Puerto Rico has given its residents the opportunity to express their opinion on the island's governmental status, holding various nonbinding votes on its relationship to the United States. In a 2020 ballot measure that asked a single question about statehood, 52.3% of voters said they favored Puerto Rico becoming a state. In three earlier nonbinding plebiscites between 1967 and 1998, a majority of Puerto Rican voters favored remaining as a commonwealth. Other residents favored outright independence.
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Only a minority of Puerto Ricans support independence today. But those who still support that option say that's because the U.S. persecuted independence support...
Only a minority of Puerto Ricans support independence today. But those who still support that option say that's because the U.S. persecuted independence supporters for decades.
This series of videos will take a look at the status options for Puerto Rico. Subscribe to watch the rest of the series.
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Only a minority of Puerto Ricans support independence today. But those who still support that option say that's because the U.S. persecuted independence supporters for decades.
This series of videos will take a look at the status options for Puerto Rico. Subscribe to watch the rest of the series.
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Christopher Gregory-Rivera: Las Carpetas
Learn more about his project here:
https://chrisgregory.co/carpetas/
We take a look back at the historical forces that stopped Puerto Rico and DC from becoming states No. 51 or No. 52.
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We take a look back at the historical forces that stopped Puerto Rico and DC from becoming states No. 51 or No. 52.
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In the midst of economic, political and climate crises, Puerto Rico has lost nearly 12% of its population over the last decade, mostly to join the 6 million Pue...
In the midst of economic, political and climate crises, Puerto Rico has lost nearly 12% of its population over the last decade, mostly to join the 6 million Puerto Rican diaspora now living in the 50 states. Tax incentives meant to lure investments have led some Puerto Ricans to fear that the island is turning into a fiscal paradise for wealthy outsiders, driving even more locals out. Many administrations have pushed for a more prosperous Puerto Rico, but they often blame the territorial status for falling short. Is statehood, independence, or something else the solution? And who gets to decide?
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In the midst of economic, political and climate crises, Puerto Rico has lost nearly 12% of its population over the last decade, mostly to join the 6 million Puerto Rican diaspora now living in the 50 states. Tax incentives meant to lure investments have led some Puerto Ricans to fear that the island is turning into a fiscal paradise for wealthy outsiders, driving even more locals out. Many administrations have pushed for a more prosperous Puerto Rico, but they often blame the territorial status for falling short. Is statehood, independence, or something else the solution? And who gets to decide?
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Featuring:
Omar Andino Figueroa, Deputy Solicitor General, Puerto Rico
Introduction: Seth B. Zirkle, Attorney, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP; President, Ev...
Featuring:
Omar Andino Figueroa, Deputy Solicitor General, Puerto Rico
Introduction: Seth B. Zirkle, Attorney, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP; President, Evansville Lawyers Chapter
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As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speaker.
Featuring:
Omar Andino Figueroa, Deputy Solicitor General, Puerto Rico
Introduction: Seth B. Zirkle, Attorney, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP; President, Evansville Lawyers Chapter
* * * * *
As always, the Federalist Society takes no position on particular legal or public policy issues; all expressions of opinion are those of the speaker.
Puerto Rico is the oldest colony still in existence in the world. We share the history of the constitution of Puerto Rico and some of the history of the people and political process that shaped the current commonwealth reality of Puerto Rico.
📚 Book recommendations are always part of the videos, and we share several on Puerto Rico. Your local library and Better World Books are great places to get your new reads. Siempre Felicidad, Mucho Amor y Mucha Salud❣️
Latina Literati creates space for you to enjoy people🗿, places ✈️ and ideas 💡through chats, trips 🌎 and 📚 book recommendations. Most importantly, Latina Literati strives to be a place to share our stories🎙and enjoy our culture 💃🏽🎶
#puertorico #colonialism #colonialismo #colony #constitution #boricua #borinquen #borinqueño #borinqueños #bookrecommendations
Book Recommendations:
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/fantasy-island-colonialism-exploitation-and-the-betrayal-of-puerto-rico-9781568588995
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/the-battle-for-paradise-puerto-rico-takes-on-the-disaster-capitalists-9781608465866
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/war-against-all-puerto-ricans-revolution-and-terror-in-america-s-colony-9781568585611
Timestamps
Intro 0 - 1:12
History of US Occupation 1:13 - 2:59
Jones Act 3:00 - 4:05
History of Puerto Rican Constitution 4:06 - 6:24
Book Recommendation 6:25 - 9:00
Outro 9:01 - 9:55
As a possession of the United States, Puerto Rico is under the absolute powers of Congress. I tell you about times in history, past and present, when that has become evident.
My Patreon if you'd like to support my work: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=42409701
Follow me on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter: Bianca Graulau
I also used some of the footage from this video in stories I did for El Nuevo Día. Check them out here:
https://www.elnuevodia.com/noticias/locales/videos/precariedad-y-pocas-opciones-en-el-pueblo-con-mayor-desempleo-de-puerto-rico-268747/
https://www.elnuevodia.com/noticias/locales/videos/pocas-esperanzas-en-vieques-ante-la-privatizacion-del-servicio-de-lanchas-esto-va-a-ser-peor-para-nosotros-269905/
Photograph credit:
Archivo Histórico de Vieques
Bonnie Donohue
Video credit:
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Puerto Rico has been a United States territory for more than 120 years. Why hasn't the U.S. made it a state?
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July 25 is Puerto Rico Constitution Day, a public holiday in Puerto Rico since the adoption of it's present constitution in 1952. Its a celebration of Puerto Rico moving from "colony" status to "commonwealth" status within the United States.
On the House Floor Thursday, Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) spoke about HR 8393, the Puerto Rico Status Act.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was told to provide a translation after speaking Spanish in support of statehood for Puerto Rico.
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Puerto Rico, acquired by the United States from Spain in 1898 after the Spanish-American War, is a commonwealth, or self-governing state, subject to the authority of Congress. Residents can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election. The island has a nonvoting member of Congress but no voting representatives or senators, as states have.
Puerto Rico has given its residents the opportunity to express their opinion on the island's governmental status, holding various nonbinding votes on its relationship to the United States. In a 2020 ballot measure that asked a single question about statehood, 52.3% of voters said they favored Puerto Rico becoming a state. In three earlier nonbinding plebiscites between 1967 and 1998, a majority of Puerto Rican voters favored remaining as a commonwealth. Other residents favored outright independence.
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Only a minority of Puerto Ricans support independence today. But those who still support that option say that's because the U.S. persecuted independence supporters for decades.
This series of videos will take a look at the status options for Puerto Rico. Subscribe to watch the rest of the series.
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We take a look back at the historical forces that stopped Puerto Rico and DC from becoming states No. 51 or No. 52.
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In the midst of economic, political and climate crises, Puerto Rico has lost nearly 12% of its population over the last decade, mostly to join the 6 million Puerto Rican diaspora now living in the 50 states. Tax incentives meant to lure investments have led some Puerto Ricans to fear that the island is turning into a fiscal paradise for wealthy outsiders, driving even more locals out. Many administrations have pushed for a more prosperous Puerto Rico, but they often blame the territorial status for falling short. Is statehood, independence, or something else the solution? And who gets to decide?
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Featuring:
Omar Andino Figueroa, Deputy Solicitor General, Puerto Rico
Introduction: Seth B. Zirkle, Attorney, Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP; President, Evansville Lawyers Chapter
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Puerto Rico (English /ˌpɔːrtəˈriːkoʊ/ or /ˌpwɛərtəˈriːkoʊ/;Spanish:[ˈpweɾto ˈriko], locally also[ˈpwelto ˈχiko; ˈʀ̥iko]), officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Spanish:Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico, literally the "Free Associated State of Puerto Rico"), is a United Statesterritory located in the northeastern Caribbean. Puerto Rico is an archipelago that includes the main island of Puerto Rico and a number of smaller islands. The capital and largest city is San Juan. The territory does not observe daylight saving time, and its official languages are Spanish, which is predominant, and English. The island's population is approximately 3.4 million.
Puerto Rico's rich history, tropical climate, diverse natural scenery, renowned traditional cuisine and attractive tax incentives make it a popular destination for visitors from around the world. Its location in the Caribbean, combined with centuries of colonization and subsequent migration, has made Puerto Rican culture a distinct melting pot of Amerindian, Spanish, African, and North American influences.
Lolita standing on the corner Such beauty in one so young Her eyes stare only for a moment With the sun's glare She is gone It's one world, one world to another No warning of things to come The splendour one side of the picture Only one glimpse have to run It's OK down in Puerto Rico All the people say Must come back here some day It's OK down in Puerto Rico Come what may there's always church on Sunday It's midday All the streets are quiet People sleep through the hot day sun With darkness atmosphere's appealing The night holds promise of things to come It's OK here in Puerto Rico All the people sway We slip into a new day It's OK here in Puerto Rico If there's a way we'll come back here some day It's one bar then onto another In the centre of old San Juan Ten thousand people standing on the sidewalks I drink with each and every one It's OK here in Puerto Rico All the people say you must come back here someday It's OK here in Puerto Rico Come what may there's always church on Sunday It's OK here in Puerto Rico As the people sway We drink into a new day It's OK here in Puerto Rico