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Um livro indispensável para o avanço do combate à desigualdade, sem o qual qualquer projeto de futuro estará comprometido. Ano após ano, o tema da desigualdade segue no centro do debate público nacional. A desigualdade extrema traz problemas de várias ordens: submete uma grande massa de pessoas a condições degradantes, questiona os fundamentos morais da sociedade, atrapalha o crescimento econômico.

Unveil the thrilling life of Juan Ponce de León, the fearless Spanish conquistador, whose quest for gold, glory, and the mythical Fountain of Youth shaped the destiny of an entire continent. "Juan Ponce de León: Conquistador, Explorer, and the Shaping of the New World" delves into the gripping narrative of a man whose legacy extends far beyond legend, touching the foundations of modern Puerto Rican and American history.

Una novedosa y osada visión de la historia de Puerto Rico, desde la época precolombina, hasta hoy día. La historia de Puerto Rico ha estado marcada por conquistas y resistencias. A lo largo de los siglos los puertorriqueños han creado y sorteado complejas ideas sobre lo que significa pertenecer a una nación. En este libro, Jorell Meléndez-Badillo ofrece una nueva interpretación de la historia de Puerto Rico que da voz a los habitantes del archipiélago y propone una nueva perspectiva sobre los retos políticos, económicos y sociales a los que se enfrentan hoy en día.

In the rubble of Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans and ultrarich "Puertopians" are locked in a pitched struggle over how to remake the island. In this vital and startling investigation, The New York Times best-selling author and activist Naomi Klein uncovers how the forces of shock politics and disaster capitalism seek to undermine the nation's radical, resilient vision for a just recovery.

NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Gabe Gutierrez offers a forceful, necessary exposé on the precarious realities and politics of modern Puerto Rico, detailing the decade of financial exploitation, federal negligence, and American ambivalence that pushed the most populous US territory to...

El podcast oficial del capítulo de HIMSS Puerto Rico, donde exploramos las últimas noticias, tendencias y buenas prácticas en ciberseguridad y protección de datos en el sector salud. Cada episodio ofrece análisis, entrevistas con expertos y perspectivas locales sobre cómo fortalecer la seguridad digital en organizaciones de salud en Puerto Rico y más allá.

Acquired by the United States from Spain in 1898, Puerto Rico has a peculiar status among Latin American and Caribbean countries. Though they are US citizens, Puerto Ricans do not have their own voting representatives in Congress and cannot vote in presidential elections (although they are able to participate in the primaries). In recent years, Puerto Rico's colossal public debt sparked an economic crisis that catapulted it onto the national stage and intensified the exodus to the US, bringing to the fore many of the unresolved remnants of its colonial history.

History of Puerto Rico offers a journey into the island’s rich, complex history, exploring the cultural, political, and economic forces that shaped Puerto Rico from its indigenous roots to modern times. Authored by Alex Alicea, this audiobook unveils the evolution of the island, highlighting the resilience and spirit of its people through colonization, slavery, revolts, and struggles for autonomy.

This book takes listeners into the life and legacy of a man who became a symbol of resistance against imperialism. Through gripping narratives and accounts, it explores Albizu Campos's intellectual development, his influences from global anti-colonial movements, and his fiery leadership. The examination of his speeches, political actions, and the devastating consequences of his stance, such as the Ponce Massacre, captivates listeners with the emotional and political stakes involved.

Join the journey to understand how historical decisions continue to shape modern debates over Puerto Rico’s status, economy, and identity. Citizens Without a Country is essential for anyone who wants to try to grasp the complexity of the U.S.-Puerto Rico relations and reflect on broader issues of citizenship and equality in America.

“Mi objetivo al escribir Padre Rico y Padre Pobre, así como los otros libros de la serie Padre Rico, fue responder a la pregunta: ¿Qué nos enseñaron en la escuela respecto al dinero? Sabemos la respuesta: no mucho. En su mayoría, las enseñanzas que nos imparten son obsoletas y no funcionan. Nos enseñaron, por ejemplo, a “ahorrar dinero”. Pero ¿para qué ahorrar dinero si los gobiernos están imprimiendo millones de dólares falsos?”

Rica Perrone é um jornalista esportivo que após muito tempo resolveu entrar de verdade no youtube para comentar futebol.

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2Costa Rica Real Estate's Podcast, a space where to discuss the most pressing matters in the real estate world, pertaining Costa Rica and the rest of the world.

Rico and The Man is a comedy podcast where East Coast grit meets West Coast chill. Two longtime college friends and entertainment insiders roast Hollywood, break down movies and TV, rant about life’s little annoyances, and laugh their way through pop-culture absurdity — all with zero filter and a healthy dose of raunch. Perfect for fans of comedy, movie and TV commentary, pop culture rants, celebrity gossip, and two guys who refuse to grow up.www.ricoandtheman.com

The Story of Las Carpetas plunges readers into the hidden yet pervasive history of Puerto Rico’s surveillance era, a period where the government maintained secret "files" or "carpetas" on thousands of citizens. These files meticulously recorded personal, political, and cultural lives, leading to deep societal rifts and a legacy of fear and mistrust. Alex Alicea brings this dark chapter to life, beginning with a powerful narrative of María Rodriguez opening her file in 1987—a moment that forever altered her understanding of herself and her country.

RICO stands for the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. It's a federal law in the United States designed to combat organized crime by allowing the prosecution and civil penalties for racketeering activity performed as part of an ongoing criminal enterprise.Detailed Definition:RICO focuses on patterns of illegal activity carried out by organized groups. Under RICO, a person who has committed "at least two acts of racketeering activity" from a list of 35 crimes—27 federal crimes and 8 state crimes—within a 10-year period can be charged with racketeering. If convicted, the ...

Journey into the heart of Puerto Rico's extraordinary history in "Boricua! The History and Future of Puerto Rico," by Donald Elton. From the rich, often overlooked story of the indigenous Taíno civilization, through the brutal conquest by Spain and complex dynamics with the United States, this riveting book paints a nuanced portrait of a people whose identity has been shaped by resilience and resistance.

Dirty on the dirty is here to make sure the people of the world know exactly what this man is up to good bad and the ugly!

¿Sin tiempo para ver las noticias de Puerto Rico? Te lo contamos en 10 minutos. Todos los días, la periodista Milly Méndez te trae el resumen más claro y directo de lo que está pasando en Puerto Rico. Política, seguridad, economía y más, sin rodeos y sin perder tu tiempo. Un podcast de Radio Isla 1320, porque estar informado no tiene que ser complicado.