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51st State?

Should we even care?

  • Yes. We need more diversity in the U.S.

    Votes: 7 30.4%

  • Yes. Their robust economy will be a fine addition

    Votes: 5 21.7%

  • No. We don't need a problem child under our roof.

    Votes: 2 8.7%

  • No. Diversity is a stupid reason to add a 51st State.

    Votes: 3 13.0%

  • Other.

    Votes: 6 26.1%
  • Total voters
    23
  • Poll closed .
Hey, what's the matter man? We're comin round next year with some Puerto Rican state that's just dyin to meetcha!
 
No. Kick them out, to become the country of puerto Rico. A burden on us, freeloaders (somewhat).
 
Dooble said:
Should we even care whether Puerto Rico says 'Yes' to Statehood?
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I don't care if Puerto Rico becomes the 51st state. Diversity is a ****en retarded reason to add a state.
 
I just can't imagine why liberals would want to add a state of destitute people. Hmmmmm, just can't think of a single reason.
 
It seems to me that any US territory that chooses Statehood is a cause for celebration.
 
jamesrage said:
I don't care if Puerto Rico becomes the 51st state. Diversity is a ****en retarded reason to add a state.
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"Diversity" is a retarded reason to do anything. Diversity just means the people segregate themselves, instead of another entity doing it for them.
 
Dooble said:
Should we even care whether Puerto Rico says 'Yes' to Statehood?
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Personal opinion. The only reason Puerto Rico (or anyone else for that matter) should be considered for US statehood is if there is a clear and compelling benefit/reason to grant them statehood. And that benefit has to be to the US, not to the candidate being considered. Some of the answers on this thread are just a little silly.


But believe the reality of the situation is this: If brought in, Puerto Rico would/be a bright blue state. 2 new Democrat Senators, 5-6 Democrat Representatives. If the Island votes "yes" that they now want to come in to the US we will hear a loud cry of support by the Democrats to welcome them. And we will hear loud resistance from the GOP to not support it.

And neither party could give a flying fig about what is good for this country or for the Puerto Ricans. It will strictly be about party power....:nails
 
Cole said:
Personal opinion. The only reason Puerto Rico (or anyone else for that matter) should be considered for US statehood is if there is a clear and compelling benefit/reason to grant them statehood. And that benefit has to be to the US, not to the candidate being considered. Some of the answers on this thread are just a little silly.


But believe the reality of the situation is this: If brought in, Puerto Rico would/be a bright blue state. 2 new Democrat Senators, 5-6 Democrat Representatives. If the Island votes "yes" that they now want to come in to the US we will hear a loud cry of support by the Democrats to welcome them. And we will hear loud resistance from the GOP to not support it.

And neither party could give a flying fig about what is good for this country or for the Puerto Ricans. It will strictly be about party power....:nails
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I agree with your post up to the bolded part. It's all about what's good for the country. Its not about Puerto Rico, its about America. The last thing the USA needs is another nanny state that receives Obama bucks.

The 51st state better have a lot to offer. No more takers!
 
Μολὼν λαβέ;1061124597 said:
I agree with your post up to the bolded part. It's all about what's good for the country. Its not about Puerto Rico, its about America. The last thing the USA needs is another nanny state that receives Obama bucks.

The 51st state better have a lot to offer. No more takers!
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The above says it all. I'd be content to see the thread close right here.
 
American said:
I just can't imagine why liberals would want to add a state of destitute people. Hmmmmm, just can't think of a single reason.
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Hell, if economic status was a requirement for being in the union, we'd lose half the south. Many of them only survive thanks to handouts from the rest of the country.
 
Didn't Santorum make it clear that those people needed to speak English instead of Spanish in order to become a state?
 
Μολὼν λαβέ;1061124597 said:
I agree with your post up to the bolded part. It's all about what's good for the country. Its not about Puerto Rico, its about America. The last thing the USA needs is another nanny state that receives Obama bucks.

The 51st state better have a lot to offer. No more takers!
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I so agree with you.
 
I'd personally be fine with such a provision, but I could also predict a great deal of outrage at the notion of Puerto Rico having congressional representation due to either political or cultural fears. A shame really.
 
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