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Does Puerto Rico extend benefits to same-sex partners of government employees?
No. Puerto Rico does not.
Does Puerto Rico have an army?
Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States. Puerto Rico defense is provided by US goverment. Puerto Rico is like a state of the union. Same rules apply.
What is military services like in Puerto Rico?
The same as the US because its the same military
Does Puerto Rico have SSI benefits?
Yes, the same applicable rules as in the States.
How do you say welcome to Puerto Rico in spanish?
Soy de Puerto Rico. (I'm from Puerto Rico) or Soy puertorriqueño. (I'm a Puerto Rican)
How does Puerto Rico deal with crimes?
With law enforcement officers and at times, the military.
If Puerto Rico is part of the US then why is the US military still there governing them?
Puerto Rico has not been governed by the US military since 1902. Fort Buchanan in San Juan has existed since 1923 but is not a threat to the citizens of Puerto Rico. It has a democratic civilian government very much like the 50 US States.
What is the main island in Puerto Rico?
The Island of Puerto Rico.
Why is Barack Obama considered the president of Puerto Rico?
Barack Obama is considered the President of Puerto Rico because Puerto Rico is American territory. Puerto Rico's' government is America's government. They get all the benefits of American government, however, they are technically "independent". So, as long as they decide to be American territory, the president we have in the states will be their president too.
Is Puerto Rico a continent?
No, Puerto Rico is an island.Actually Puerto Rico is NOT a continent ; it is an island .
What status do the people of Puerto Rico prefer?
on the outside the people of puerto rico say they want independence. on the inside they want to stay as they are, and receive all the benefits that the U.S. gives away.
Why doesn't Puerto Rico have its own military?
San Juan is a US Territory and as such, it is under the protection of the US Military.
