The article discusses the necessity of armed resistance in Puerto Rico to achieve liberation from colonial and oppressive structures. It traces the historical context of the Nationalist Party and highlights the ideological evolution of several revolutionary movements, including the Armed Forces of National Liberation, emphasizing the interconnectedness of armed struggle and political education in their fight against U.S. imperialism.
In order to achieve liberation from the oppressive systems of white supremacy, American hypernationalism, and global capitalism, revolution is deemed essential, particularly for the colonized populations in Puerto Rico. As a proud Puerto Rican, I advocate for the establishment of a revolutionary communist and nationalist party for our people.
Originally founded in 1922, the Nationalist Party of Puerto Rico emerged as a counter to U.S. colonial occupation, which was instituted following the 1898 Spanish-American War. The party led several efforts against the U.S. regime and promoted urgent discussions surrounding nationalism and independence in Puerto Rico.
The armed struggle for Puerto Rican liberation has been marked by various movements, including the Nationalist Party and the Armed Forces of National Liberation. These groups illustrate the imperative of armed resistance intertwined with political education as a means to combat colonial oppression. This ongoing struggle highlights Puerto Rico’s resistance against white supremacist practices and U.S. imperialism.
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