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Since 1952. Yet, Puerto Ricans are still very fearful of this change if it ever happens because they do not want to loose their language, which is mainly Spanish. They also fear the laws, goverment, and education of the United States since they do not want to loose their culture and traditions.

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Since 1898. As of this post, that is 115 years.

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