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No es Comunismo, es pobreza
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José R. Nadal Power
Luis
It's not communism, it's poverty

The PIP's proposals, when removed from the lyrics, would not bring communism, but more poverty and exodus, writes José Nadal Power.

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Jorge L. Rodríguez
Luis
The Controversy Between Walgreens and the Plan Vital

Puerto Rican consumers should be able to choose which pharmacies to buy their medicines at, exercising their individual freedom, writes Jorge L. Rodríguez.

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La libertad de trabajar está en juego
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Skylar Zander
Luis
The freedom to work is on the line

What do barbers, medical professionals, taxidermists, school bus drivers and manicurists all have in common? They need an occupational license from the state to be allowed to do their job in Florida.

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Milton J. Quiles
Luis
Occupational licenses and their implications

Occupational licenses are regulations imposed by the State on the labor force. The State requires that in order to practice specific trades, individuals must acquire a certain degree of knowledge for a certain period of time, pass examinations, and pay fees to the Government, among other requirements.

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Ojel L. Rodríguez Burgos, PhD.
Luis
Puerto Rico's Struggle for Liberty

For the first time in many years, Puerto Rico became a notable political topic during this year’s presidential election cycle. This attention stemmed from controversial “jokes” made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe who referred to Puerto Rico as a “floating island of garbage” during a Trump rally at Madison Square Garden. Regardless of the intended humour, which was poorly received by many within the Puerto Rican community in the United States, the remarks seemingly had no impact on the election results.

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Study exposes Puerto Rico’s excessive occupational regulations

Puerto Rico has more than 140 occupational licenses, 34 of which are required in fewer than five U.S. jurisdictions, including 13 that exist only on the island. This is revealed in the report “Unleashing Potential: The Burdens of Occupational Licensing and How They Can Be Reformed in Puerto Rico” published by the Institute for Economic Liberty (ILE, in Spanish).

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NIMB
Study exposes Puerto Rico’s excessive occupational regulations

Puerto Rico has more than 140 occupational licenses, 34 of which are required in fewer than five U.S. jurisdictions, including 13 that exist only on the island. This is revealed in the report “Unleashing Potential: The Burdens of Occupational Licensing and How They Can Be Reformed in Puerto Rico” published by the Institute for Economic Liberty (ILE, in Spanish).

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Universal recognition of professional licenses to be discussed in the legislature

At the beginning of the new legislative session that begins on January 13, 2025, the Senate will consider a proposal to establish the Universal Recognition of Occupational and Professional Licenses Act in Puerto Rico, a measure authored by Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz.

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Study Highlights Employment Barriers in Puerto Rico Stemming from Excessive Occupational Licensing and Urges Reform

The study conducted by ILE details the problems caused by excessive occupational regulation and proposes concrete actions for the Island’s government to address them.

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Study reveals more than 50 laws that make it difficult to do business in Puerto Rico

During its annual convention, Supermercados Selectos presented the study “Economic Freedom Actions for a Just and Prosperous Puerto Rico,” conducted by the Puerto Rico Institute for Economic Freedom (ILE), which revealed that in Puerto Rico there are more than 50 laws and regulations that limit private investment and hinder the creation of businesses and jobs.

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ILE
New Report Exposes Regulatory Excesses of the Government of Puerto Rico and Proposes Public Policy Solutions

The report Acciones de libertad económica para un Puerto Rico justo y próspero (Economic freedom actions for a fair and prosperous Puerto Rico) highlights more than 50 laws and regulations that limit opportunities in Puerto Rico and provide a guide for the next government to establish new public policies that unlock the Island’s potential.

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Puerto Rico Institute for Economic Liberty
Beacon files a lawsuit on behalf of baseball legend Roberto Clemente’s family in a property rights case.

The legal action is based on the unauthorized use of the legendary baseball player’s trademark by the Government of Puerto Rico.

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Jorge L. Rodríguez
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Rut N. Tellado Domenech
Think tank makes recommendations for Puerto Rico's prosperity

The Puerto Rico Institute for Economic Liberty explains the role of free markets and economic freedom in the goal of development.

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