The Fight for Puerto Rico’s Sovereignty: Javier A. Hernandez on Puerto Rican Independence

Join us as we explore Puerto Rico’s fight for sovereignty with Javier A. Hernandez — an author, writer, linguist, polyglot, and strong proponent of Puerto Rican independence. Javier is the author of PREXIT: Forging Puerto Rico’s Path to Sovereignty and Puerto Rico: The Economic Case for Sovereignty, and a former Diplomatic Security Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State. His background in international security, counterterrorism, and crisis management provides a unique lens on Puerto Rico’s independence movement.
This episode delves into:
- Javier’s perspective on Puerto Rico’s right to become an independent nation.
- The complex and often painful history of Puerto Rico’s political status.
- The educational curriculum Puerto Rican students learn and its influence on their future.
- The impact of U.S. tax incentives on Puerto Rico’s economy and local businesses.
- Javier’s passion for national security, agriculture, maritime policies, and economic development.
Tune in to understand why Javier is a leading voice in Puerto Rico's quest for sovereignty. Don't miss this powerful conversation on Puerto Rico’s path to independence.
Follow Javier on X @PRexitBook for more insights and updates on the sovereignty movement.
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Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedJune 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM UTC
- Length48 min
- RatingClean