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Puerto Ricans Debate Independence Amid U S Ties
In Lares 100th uprising anniversary drew 15000 residents as independence backers seek 35 percent turnout in 1972 while some favor commonwealth reform. The 1952 pact gives limited self rule, no presidential vote, and U S armed forces presence fuels calls for reform or full statehood.
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