This video from Morning Joe shows the governor of Puerto Rico talking about giving Puerto Rico statehood so that they arent discounted as a Settlement Territory. Additionally, this linkLinks to an external site. about the mortality rate associated with Hurricane Maria which is also referenced in the clip. The report shows some alarming information when looked at through the lens of systemic racism. When it comes to issues of statehood, status, access to aid, or the role of an individual study, what are the implications for those in leadership positions during a disaster?

MSNBC. (2018, Sep 20). Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello Calls Study Robust, Accurate | Morning Joe | MSNBC [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zbluxU1Qz4

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