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Puerto Rico has repeatedly held votes on whether they want to become a state, become independent, or keep the status quo, and keeping the status quo generally w
by HDThoreaun 3y ago
Puerto Rico has repeatedly held votes on whether they want to become a state, become independent, or keep the status quo, and keeping the status quo generally wins. The most recent election had become a state beat status quo 52-48, but turnout was 50% and those who prefer the status quo vote at a much lower rate. It seems clear to me that most puerto ricans are happy with their current colonial status.
- gumby 3y agoWhen Australia had a referendum on the monarchy I didn't vote to remove even though I am a republican. The two alternatives on offer were unpalatable (intentionally so I believe). I know some people voted to keep the monarchy because they like it (??) but I suspect it survived due to people who thought the same way I did.