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Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos (Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes) is a bold and thought-provoking podcast dedicated to uncovering the true history of Borikén—the island we now know as Puerto Rico. Through weekly episodes, we seek to awaken consciousness across the Latino community, sparking real conversations that bridge generations and borders.Our show dives deep into the stories often left untold, exploring how Puerto Rico became an unexpected bridge between two continents and examining the historical, cultural, and political forces that have shaped our identity. We confront the good, the bad, and the ugly—highlighting the beauty of Boricua resilience while also facing the realities of economic bondage and colonial legacy.At the heart of Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos is a commitment to dialogue. We will meet with voices from across the diaspora—activists, historians, artists, elders, and youth—to discuss Puerto Rico’s path toward true s
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- Today2 min
🚨 ASÍ BORRAN NUESTRA HISTORIA: CUATRO ENGAÑOS SOBRE EL GOBIERNO DE PUERTO RICO
¿Puede borrarse una parte esencial de la historia de Puerto Rico mediante fechas incorrectas, omisiones y palabras cuidadosamente seleccionadas?En este video examinamos cuatro afirmaciones engañosas relacionadas con la Carta Autonómica de 1897, el Gobierno autonómico puertorriqueño, el desembarco estadounidense en Guánica y la Ley Foraker de 1900.La autonomía no comenzó el 17 de julio de 1898 ni desapareció automáticamente nueve días después. El Gobierno autonómico ya funcionaba desde febrero, los puertorriqueños eligieron a sus representantes el 27 de marzo y el 17 de julio se inauguró el Parlamento Insular electo. Tampoco es correcto afirmar que la Ley Foraker creó el primer gobierno civil de Puerto Rico: creó el primer gobierno civil bajo el dominio estadounidense, con sus principales funcionarios nombrados desde Washington.Conocer la cronología completa nos permite identificar cómo se distorsiona y se borra nuestra historia.No te dejes engañar. Busca los documentos, examina las fechas y conoce tu historia.🔗 ENLACES OFICIALES🌐 Página oficial: https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/📰 Artículos en Substack: https://substack.com/@puertoricoopenyoureyes❤️ Apóyanos en Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@puerto.rico.open1🎙️ Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/🇵🇷 Iniciativa Nacional de Puerto Rico y España: https://tnprsi.org/🇵🇷🇪🇸 Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/Comparte este video y ayúdanos a recuperar la historia que durante generaciones ha sido ocultada, reducida o presentada fuera de contexto.Yo soy Rey, y esto es Puerto Rico: abran los ojos.
- Yesterday9 min
Why Does Puerto Rican Independence Appear Stronger Online Than at the Ballot Box?
Why Does Puerto Rican Independence Appear Stronger Online Than at the Ballot Box?Spend enough time on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube, and it may appear that Puerto Rico is experiencing an overwhelming political awakening in favor of independence. But when voters residing on the island enter the voting booth, the results present a different picture.In this radio-style episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes, host Edwin Ortiz examines the difference between the growing cultural and digital visibility of Puerto Rican independence and its measurable electoral support.Using the results of Puerto Rico’s seven status plebiscites—from 1967 through 2024—we explore:• The historical growth of independence • Why the seven plebiscites cannot always be directly compared • The difference between supporting an independent candidate and supporting independence • What Juan Dalmau’s 2024 performance demonstrated • How younger generations and the weakening PNP–PPD system are changing Puerto Rican politics • The political influence of the Puerto Rican diaspora • How social-media algorithms can amplify a movement without representing the entire electoratePuerto Rican independence achieved its strongest direct plebiscite result in 2024, receiving 125,171 votes, or 11.82% of valid status votes. That represents meaningful growth, but it also confirms that complete independence remains a minority preference among participating island voters.The conclusion is not that online support for independence is fake. Social media and elections measure different populations, different levels of political commitment, and sometimes entirely different questions.The ballot box shows that complete independence remains a minority position. Social media shows that the movement now possesses cultural energy and influence far beyond its traditional electoral base.Both pictures are real. Neither tells the entire story.Listen, examine the evidence, and reach your own conclusion.Please like, share, subscribe, and join the conversation respectfully.FOLLOW AND SUPPORT OUR WORK📰 Substack: https://puertoricoopenyoureyes.substack.com/💰 Crowdfunder: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/🇵🇷🇪🇸 The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative: https://tnprsi.org/🌐 Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes: https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/🏘️ Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes🎙️ Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/📲 TikTok: @puerto.rico.open1📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/100046674592863The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative advocates for the inclusion of the option of Autonomy with Spain in any future political-status determination process for Puerto Rico.
- Aug 18, 202616 min
Luis Muñoz Rivera's 1901 letter to President William McKinley.
What happened to Puerto Rico's political institutions after the United States invaded the island in 1898?In this special episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes, co-host José Montañez turns the tables and interviews Edwin Ortiz about an extraordinary primary source from this critical period in Puerto Rican history: Luis Muñoz Rivera's 1901 letter to President William McKinley.Muñoz Rivera had participated at the highest level of Puerto Rico's autonomous government before the change of sovereignty. In his letter, published in The Puerto Rico Herald on July 13, 1901, he delivered a powerful criticism of the political system established under the Foraker Act and compared it directly with the autonomous institutions Puerto Rico had exercised under Spain.What did Puerto Rico actually possess politically before 1898? What changed afterward? Why did Muñoz Rivera believe Puerto Rico had lost important elements of self-government? And how did Puerto Rican leaders respond to American rule through political, journalistic, constitutional, and diplomatic means?José and Edwin examine some of the most significant passages from the letter, discuss the historical context surrounding them, and—most importantly—encourage listeners to examine the original documents and reach their own conclusions.Read the documents. Ask questions. Compare the evidence. And keep your eyes open.HISTORICAL SOURCESThe Puerto Rico Herald — Library of Congress The Library of Congress catalog confirms that The Puerto Rico Herald began with its first issue on July 13, 1901, was edited by Luis Muñoz Rivera, and was published in both English and Spanish.The Puerto Rico Herald — Library of CongressObras Completas de Luis Muñoz Rivera — Volume II (1925) Campañas Políticas, 1901–1916, compiled by Luis Muñoz Marín and published by Editorial Puerto Rico in Madrid. This digitized volume preserves Muñoz Rivera's writings from the period discussed in this episode.Read Volume II — Library of Congress digital copyFOLLOW & SUPPORT OUR WORKVisit the links below to follow Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes, learn more about our historical and educational work, and stay informed about future episodes.Substack: Follow our publication for articles, research, updates, and new content.YouTube: Subscribe, like our videos, and turn on notifications so you don't miss future episodes.Podcast: Follow Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes on your preferred podcast platform.The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative: Learn more about our educational and civic work concerning Puerto Rico's political future.Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: Learn more about our community, educational, cultural, and relocation initiative connecting Puerto Rico and Spain.Crowdfunder: Help support our research, educational programs, podcast production, and outreach. Even a $5 contribution helps us continue producing and sharing this work.And please LIKE and SHARE this episode. Sharing this information with friends, relatives, students, educators and even people who may disagree with you—is one of the most important ways you can support our work.History belongs to everyone.
- Jul 24, 202625 min
Es cierto que los puertorriqueños van a perder la ciudadanía estadounidense?
En los últimos días han circulado numerosos videos y publicaciones que afirman que el Congreso está a punto de eliminar la ciudadanía de los puertorriqueños. Pero, ¿qué dice realmente el proyecto H.R. 9724 presentado por el congresista Morgan Griffith?En este episodio analizamos los hechos, explicamos paso a paso cómo funciona el proceso legislativo en el Congreso de los Estados Unidos, aclaramos por qué este proyecto todavía no es ley, y examinamos la diferencia entre nacer en uno de los cincuenta estados y nacer en un territorio como Puerto Rico.Nuestro objetivo no es crear miedo, sino ofrecer información basada en hechos para que cada persona pueda llegar a sus propias conclusiones.Si este episodio te resultó útil, compártelo con tus familiares y amistades. Entre todos podemos combatir la desinformación con educación y análisis.Si deseas apoyar nuestro trabajo educativo e independiente, considera suscribirte a nuestro Substack. Incluso una pequeña aportación mensual nos ayuda a continuar investigando, produciendo documentales, entrevistas y contenido histórico sobre Puerto Rico.Síguenos y conoce más sobre nuestro trabajo:🌐 Sitio Web: https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/🇵🇷 The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative (TNPRSI): https://tnprsi.org/🇪🇸 Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes📰 Substack: https://substack.com/@puertoricoopenyoureyes🎙️ Escúchanos en Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music y todas las plataformas de podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos Con Edwin Ortiz#PuertoRico #Ciudadanía #HR9724 #MorganGriffith #Congreso #Historia #Constitución #PuertoRicoAbreLosOjos #EdwinOrtiz #TNPRSI #Educación #Política #Actualidad #PuertoRicoEspaña
- Jul 24, 202622 min
Is Puerto Rico really about to lose U.S. citizenship?
Is Puerto Rico really about to lose U.S. citizenship?Social media is filled with alarming claims but what does Congressman Morgan Griffith's H.R. 9724 actually say? In this episode, we separate fact from fiction, explain how Congress really works, clarify why this proposal is not law, and examine the larger constitutional question surrounding Puerto Rico's territorial status and Congress's authority.If you care about Puerto Rico's future, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Please like, share, subscribe, and help us grow this educational movement.🌐 Website: https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/🇵🇷 The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative (TNPRSI): https://tnprsi.org/🇪🇸 Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes📰 Substack: https://substack.com/@puertoricoopenyoureyes🎙️ Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & More: https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/Support our educational mission by subscribing to our Substack or sharing this episode with your family and friends. Every share helps replace misinformation with facts.Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes Hosted by Edwin Ortiz
- Jul 20, 20265 min
No Todos Llegarán a la Meta
🎙️ No Todos Llegarán a la Meta¿Por qué tantas personas comienzan una misión con entusiasmo, pero muy pocas permanecen hasta el final?En este episodio de Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos, Edwin Ortiz comparte una reflexión sobre la perseverancia, el liderazgo, el compromiso y la naturaleza humana.Esta no es una conversación sobre personalidades ni sobre política. Es una reflexión sobre lo que ocurre en toda causa importante cuando aparecen los obstáculos, cambian las prioridades y el compromiso es puesto a prueba.Utilizando nuestro esfuerzo por promover que Puerto Rico vuelva a convertirse en una comunidad autónoma bajo la Constitución democrática de España como un ejemplo, exploramos una verdad universal que aplica a cualquier proyecto, organización o sueño.Porque las causas que realmente valen la pena no se sostienen únicamente con entusiasmo.Se sostienen con carácter.Con compromiso.Con perseverancia.Y con personas que continúan avanzando cuando otros deciden detenerse.No todos llegarán a la meta... pero la meta sigue valiendo la pena.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Sea cual sea su posición—ya sea que usted favorezca la estadidad, la independencia, la relación territorial actual, la reunificación con España como comunidad autónoma bajo la Constitución democrática española u otra alternativa constitucional—lo invitamos a compartir su opinión con respeto.🌐 Sitio web oficial https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/🎙️ Podcast RSS https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/📡 Canal RSS Oficial https://media.rss.com/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/feed.xml🎧 Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts📰 Substack (Gratis) https://substack.com/@puertoricoopenyoureyesEn Substack encontrará investigaciones históricas, documentos originales, artículos y las versiones completas de nuestros podcasts. Si desea apoyar nuestro trabajo, puede hacer una donación o convertirse en Miembro Colaborador por solo $5 al mes.🤝 Crowdfunder https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/🇵🇷 Nuestros proyectos• Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/• The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative https://tnprsi.org/• Proyecto Puerto Rico en España https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/▶️ Canal de YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyesMuchas gracias por escuchar este episodio.Compártalo con sus familiares y amigos para que más personas participen en una conversación informada sobre el futuro de Puerto Rico.Yo soy Edwin Ortiz... y esto es Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos.
- Jul 20, 20264 min
Not Everyone Will Make It to the Finish Line | A Reflection on Purpose, Perseverance & Leadership
Not every worthwhile journey ends with the same people who started it.Whether you're building a business, raising a family, leading an organization, serving your community, or fighting for a cause you believe in, one truth seems to repeat itself throughout history:Many begin the journey. Few reach the finish line.In this episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes, Edwin Ortiz shares a personal reflection on perseverance, commitment, leadership, and the realities of human nature.This is not a discussion about personalities or politics.It is a conversation about what happens to every meaningful mission when enthusiasm begins to fade, obstacles appear, priorities change, and commitment is tested.Using our effort to advocate for Puerto Rico to once again become an autonomous community under Spain's democratic Constitution as one example, we explore a much larger truth—one that applies to every worthwhile endeavor.If you've ever led a team...Started a business...Written a book...Raised a family...Served your community...Or dedicated yourself to a purpose greater than yourself...This message is for you.Sometimes the greatest obstacles aren't the critics standing in front of us.Sometimes they're the distractions, fears, impatience, and competing priorities that quietly emerge along the journey.Yet if the mission is truly worthwhile, it must always be greater than any one individual.Because in the end, legacies are not built by those who simply begin the journey.They are built by those who choose to finish it.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🌐 Visit Our Website https://PuertoRicoAbranLosOjos.comThere you can learn more about our educational initiative and sign our petitions supporting the inclusion of every democratic status option for Puerto Rico, including reunification with Spain as an autonomous community.📝 Sign Our Petitions Visit the petitions section on our website.📰 Subscribe to Our Substack https://puertoricoopenyoureyes.substack.com💰 Support Our Mission Crowdfunder: [Insert Crowdfunder Link]▶️ Subscribe on YouTube [Insert YouTube Channel Link]🎧 Listen on Spotify [Insert Spotify Podcast Link]🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts [Insert Apple Podcasts Link]━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━If this reflection spoke to you, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone who may need the encouragement to keep moving forward.Thank you for being part of the conversation.I am Edwin Ortiz, and this is Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes.#PuertoRicoOpenYourEyes #Leadership #Perseverance #Purpose #Commitment #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #HumanNature #Motivation #PuertoRico #Spain #Community #NeverGiveUp #LeadershipLessons #FinishTheJourney
- Jul 19, 20268 min
Representa realmente la Estatua de la Libertad a Puerto Rico?
🎙️ Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos¿Representa realmente la Estatua de la Libertad a Puerto Rico?En este episodio de Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos, analizamos uno de los símbolos más reconocidos del mundo y planteamos una pregunta que invita a la reflexión:¿Refleja realmente la Estatua de la Libertad la realidad constitucional de Puerto Rico?Exploramos el estatus territorial de Puerto Rico, la autoridad constitucional del Congreso, la Ley PROMESA, la representación política, la ciudadanía estadounidense y el reciente debate nacional sobre la ciudadanía por nacimiento.Nuestro propósito no es decirle a nadie qué debe pensar ni qué alternativa de estatus debe apoyar. Buscamos presentar hechos, fomentar el pensamiento crítico y promover un diálogo respetuoso para que cada persona llegue a sus propias conclusiones.Ya sea que usted favorezca la estadidad, la independencia, la relación territorial actual, la reunificación con España como comunidad autónoma bajo la Constitución democrática española u otra alternativa constitucional, lo invitamos a compartir su opinión con respeto.🌐 Sitio web oficial https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/🎙️ Podcast RSS https://rss.com/podcasts/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/📡 Canal RSS Oficial https://media.rss.com/puerto-rico-open-your-eyes/feed.xml🎧 Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts📰 Substack (Gratis) https://substack.com/@puertoricoopenyoureyesEn Substack encontrará investigaciones históricas, artículos, documentos originales y las versiones completas de nuestros podcasts. Si desea apoyar nuestro trabajo, puede realizar una donación o convertirse en Miembro Colaborador por solo $5 al mes.🤝 Crowdfunder https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/🇵🇷 Nuestros proyectosPuerto Rico: Abre los Ojos https://puertoricoabranlosojos.com/The National Puerto Rico & Spain Initiative https://tnprsi.org/Proyecto Puerto Rico en España https://proyectopuertoricoenespana.com/▶️ Canal de YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@PuertoRicoOpenYourEyesMuchas gracias por escuchar este episodio.Compártalo con sus familiares y amigos para que más personas conozcan la historia de Puerto Rico y participen en una conversación informada sobre su futuro.Yo soy Edwin Ortiz... y esto es Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos.
About Puerto Rico Open Your Eyes
Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos (Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes) is a bold and thought-provoking podcast dedicated to uncovering the true history of Borikén—the island we now know as Puerto Rico. Through weekly episodes, we seek to awaken consciousness across the Latino community, sparking real conversations that bridge generations and borders.Our show dives deep into the stories often left untold, exploring how Puerto Rico became an unexpected bridge between two continents and examining the historical, cultural, and political forces that have shaped our identity. We confront the good, the bad, and the ugly—highlighting the beauty of Boricua resilience while also facing the realities of economic bondage and colonial legacy.At the heart of Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos is a commitment to dialogue. We will meet with voices from across the diaspora—activists, historians, artists, elders, and youth—to discuss Puerto Rico’s path toward true s
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