A Key Chapter in Puerto Rico’s Political History and Its Lasting Effects The Foraker Act of 1900, formally known as the Organic Act of 1900, was a pivotal moment in Puerto Rico’s history. It established a civil government on the island after it became a U.S. territory following the Spanish-American War of 1898. This law laid the foundation for Puerto Rico’s relationship with the United States and shaped its political and social structure in ways that continue to influence the island today. This post will examine the key provisions of…
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