Talk:2006 Puerto Rico budget crisis

Stuff to be mentioned
There are so many things that need to be mentioned but so little or no data to back it up. For example, no one, absolutely no one has provided any data whatsoever to prove how the budget was spent and why is there a deficit. The article also needs to mention that the government is the largest employer (I think it encompases 26% of the work force) and that it has an exaggerated number of agencies and positions. It should also mention that many of those positions are held by confidence (appointed by the person in charge who is appointed by the Governor, a Senator, or a Representative), and that only a few of them are appointed by meritocracy.

The extensive use of communication channels such as radio and television by the governor accusing the Legislature (arguably a manupilation of the masses) should be mentioned as well (including not attending an important meeting in order to appear in La Comay), and that many beleive it to be a well planned orchestration. Basically, provide all points of views: that some think it is the Legislature's fault, that others think it is the Governor's fault, and that (many) think it is simply a consequence of erred decisions taken by all past governors and legislatures.

We should also mention the lost of funds that some agencies will suffer, such as the Department of Education which may lose (I think) $300 million USD since public schools will be closed.

We need to mention the case of New York City as well, which is a vivid past example of the exact same crisis that Puerto Rico is living.

Finally, we need to mention the political implications that the crisis may have. For example, it is known that the Governor seeks re-election and some argue that this is just an act to secure it. Others mention that this is the debacle of the New Progressive Party. What are the consequences of this at the federal level? How does it affects the statehood movement, the status quo, or those that seek independence?

&mdash;Joseph | Talk 05:02, 2 May 2006 (UTC)

Summary edited slightly
I've changed the summary to add a "cite needed" note along with the other obvious way to balance the budget. Joncnunn 17:01, 4 May 2006 (UTC)

Factual error in the corporation tax idea
"and that it may even violate the constitution of Puerto Rico and the constitution of the United States[citation needed]" It definately wouldn't violate the US Constitution [see history of US income tax], but it's possible it might violate either Puerto Rico's and/or US Congressional laws regarding Puerto Rico. (I'm well versed in the US Constutional law but not in Puerto Rico's nor the US laws regarding PR unique status.) Joncnunn 17:07, 4 May 2006 (UTC)


 * The article doesn't mention it and pretty much no one understands quite well what the Governor means, but, apparently, the measure implicates that the corporation tax of the next fiscal year (starting in July 1, 2006) will be collected now, ie: in the previous fiscal year. The corporations already paid the taxes of the current fiscal year. According to Acevedo Vilá this may be unconstitutional. IANAL, and pretty much just like everything else, no one has explained or shown why this would be against the constitution (PR's or USA's). It's just political jabber to put the measure on hold. &mdash;Joseph | Talk 21:18, 4 May 2006 (UTC)

Closed agencies
It is not true that only security and health related agencies are opened. My mom works for the DMV (CESCO) in Puerto Rico, and they are working (only a limited number of employees). Maybe someone can change thr article.Cjrs 79 21:36, 4 May 2006 (UTC)

Question
Wait a second. I was there and this is where I live! That is how it happened and this is my place, and this is why the budget crisis occured in my home place! Best Gamer 26 August 2006

Broken citations
The area that has been marked has a few broken citations. When you open the webpages they are either broken links or no longer available. --Madgirl 15 (talk) 07:45, 5 January 2008 (UTC) I've removed the dead link, and will take out the tag. Buggie111 (talk) 03:03, 13 March 2010 (UTC)

Dead link
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 * http://www.endi.com/2006/05/01/index/412858.asp?category=Ultima+hora&title=No+hubo+acuerdo+y+el+gobierno+amanecio+cerrado&artdate=2006-05-01
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