It's much easier to vote as an expat than it ever was in the US. I've already turned in my ballot and confirmed its receipt. Also I get to vote for Arlington (MA) town and state races b/c it was my last voting address. I have more political representation than anyone in DC or PR. Just absurd.

Puerto Rico’s unstable electric grid affects every sector of society, including the island’s rich cultural scene. An outage abruptly ended an emerging pianist’s recent concert, touching a nerve.

DC statehood should also top this list. A very literal voting rights issue, but also gives the caucus more breathing room to pass the other priorities. Obvious right thing to do + obvious political expediency = should be a no-brainer.

"“Let’s assume our worst nightmare—the Democrats went to the White House, the House, the Senate,” McConnell said...The first thing they’ll do is get rid of the [Senate] filibuster. Second, you’ll have two new states: D.C., Puerto Rico." idk sounds good so far newrepublic.com/post/184816/...