Puerto Rico is experiencing 80% power outage on NYE

[BunchePark]

fat Joe Cuban tho

Really? I thought he was a Rican

 

[97Pac]

The wildest thing is that PR is filled with rich ass americacs gentrifiying the Island and shyt is still fukked up.

That’s the narrative they want you to believe. Wealthy individuals who have relocated to Puerto Rico under Acts 20/22/60 are often scapegoated as the root of the island’s problems, conveniently deflecting attention from the endemic corruption and mismanagement of local politicians. The truth is that Puerto Rico's economic challenges—poverty, systemic inefficiencies, and a reliance on welfare—long predate these programs.

Blaming affluent newcomers for these issues is reductive and ignores a complex reality. The properties these individuals purchase are typically high-end real estate far beyond the financial reach of the average Puerto Rican, meaning they’re not displacing local communities or competing for affordable housing. Meanwhile, over 40% of Puerto Rico’s population relies on welfare, reflecting a deeper structural issue that will not be solved by targeting the few who are bringing investment to the island.

In fact, many Puerto Ricans benefit directly from the presence of these so-called “gringos.” I know of a local chef who works for a wealthy family and earns a six-figure salary, even though they only reside on the island half the year. This is not an isolated example—many locals are employed as chefs, property managers, and contractors, benefiting from the spending power and investments of these new residents.

The influx of affluent individuals under Acts 20/22/60 has undeniably sparked economic activity, job creation, and growth in sectors that were previously stagnant. While these programs may not be perfect, it’s shortsighted to ignore the positive contributions they make to the island’s economy in favor of perpetuating a scapegoat narrative.

 

[ℒℴѵℯJay ELECTUA]

 

[ℒℴѵℯJay ELECTUA]

Really? I thought he was a Rican

both

 

[Wiseborn]

That’s the narrative they want you to believe. Wealthy individuals who have relocated to Puerto Rico under Acts 20/22/60 are often scapegoated as the root of the island’s problems, conveniently deflecting attention from the endemic corruption and mismanagement of local politicians. The truth is that Puerto Rico's economic challenges—poverty, systemic inefficiencies, and a reliance on welfare—long predate these programs.

Blaming affluent newcomers for these issues is reductive and ignores a complex reality. The properties these individuals purchase are typically high-end real estate far beyond the financial reach of the average Puerto Rican, meaning they’re not displacing local communities or competing for affordable housing. Meanwhile, over 40% of Puerto Rico’s population relies on welfare, reflecting a deeper structural issue that will not be solved by targeting the few who are bringing investment to the island.

In fact, many Puerto Ricans benefit directly from the presence of these so-called “gringos.” I know of a local chef who works for a wealthy family and earns a six-figure salary, even though they only reside on the island half the year. This is not an isolated example—many locals are employed as chefs, property managers, and contractors, benefiting from the spending power and investments of these new residents.

The influx of affluent individuals under Acts 20/22/60 has undeniably sparked economic activity, job creation, and growth in sectors that were previously stagnant. While these programs may not be perfect, it’s shortsighted to ignore the positive contributions they make to the island’s economy in favor of perpetuating a scapegoat narrative.

I get what you're saying but I was just making the point that with all that money coming to the Island they’d at least do the basics.

 

[EastsideRio]

Let me introduce you to the Mississippi Delta, Detroit, and NOLA after Katrina, NYC during the Nixon and Ford administrations

You mean Flint, our water always been clear & fine.

 

[97Pac]

I get what you're saying but I was just making the point that with all that money coming to the Island they’d at least do the basics.

Really Luna (power company) needs to get their shyt together. All the infrastructure in PR is old and they just keep repairing it instead of replacing it. PR already pays over twice what my americacs pay for electricity. My whole community has back-up generators but the power surges can cause damages to your electronic.

The poor Puerto Ricans are more mad about some rich gringos then they are about the poor infrastructure.

 

[BaileyPark31]

Really Luna (power company) needs to get their shyt together. All the infrastructure in PR is old and they just keep repairing it instead of replacing it. PR already pays over twice what my americacs pay for electricity. My whole community has back-up generators but the power surges can cause damages to your electronic.

The poor Puerto Ricans are more mad about some rich gringos then they are about the poor infrastructure.

Has the power been restored yet?

 

[97Pac]

Has the power been restored yet?

I'm currently not on island.