As the federal government fails the people of Puerto Rico, local governments and states must step up
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In Puerto Rico, almost a year after Hurricane Maria, blackouts continue, blue tarps remain the only line of defense for thousands of houses, and too many families are still struggling to put food and water on their tables.The response from the...