The Rise of Colonialism and Capitalism in Puerto Rico:The Battle for Puerto Rico’s Soul:Usurping Puerto Rico/PR displacement
Puerto Rican Displacement;
This paper will be divided into three sections: In the first section, discuss the effects of colonialism, as well as Hurricane Maria’s devastation on the island.
As a result, many Puerto Ricans were forced to flee their homes in order to survive,
leaving vacant land and property to be taken, sold, or repurposed by government.
Discuss the thousands of residents leaving, and the impact it will have on the
economy, society, culture, and the voting electorate.
In section two, discuss the tax incentives that are enticing high-net-worth individuals to Puerto Rico, where they may establish residences and enterprises while reaping the benefits of significant taxable savings.
In the last section, discuss the proliferation of Airbnbs at an alarming rate, which is causing rents to rise, displacing residents, and gentrifying neighborhoods.
Discuss six real-life examples of Puerto Ricans who have fled to the mainland United States and their families.
