Public Testimony
Senator Gonzalez Costa concludes on NY-PR relationship
New York City Council · Sep 28, 2026 · starts 1:57:17 · 43 sec
Senator Gonzalez Costa highlights the deep historic relationship between New York and Puerto Rico. He concludes that Puerto Rico is not a commodity, its land is not a tax shelter, and its democracy should not be governed by an unelected board.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
New York has a deep and historic relationship with Puerto Rico.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
Millions of Puerto Ricans live in this city and have contributed enormously to its culture, economy, and civic life.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
That is why we support resolutions that are discussed today.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
Puerto Rico is not a commodity.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
Our land is not a tax shelter.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
and our democracy should not be governed by an unelected board.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
The people of Puerto Rico deserve their right to determine their own future.
Member of the Public - Adrián González Costa
Thank you very much, and have a nice day.