RE: Hillary Clinton Statement on Puerto Rico- President Clinton to Campaign in PR

From:GomezB@dnc.org To: ManriquezP@dnc.org, DavisM@dnc.org CC: MirandaL@dnc.org, ThompsonD@dnc.org, PalermoR@dnc.org, ScottJ@dnc.org Date: 2016-05-17 23:40 Subject: RE: Hillary Clinton Statement on Puerto Rico- President Clinton to Campaign in PR

Hey Team, I didn't understand how to interpret the pls no. Pablo does that mean "no" she will/should not make a statement? I really think this issue is important and if we can be seen as being proactive on it, it will go a long way with the community. I know that if we do not we may see some things come up at the convention calling us out. By July things will be worse in PR so if we are proactive now with first a statement, then national call, local meeting and at convention create space for a panel discussion during the Hispanic Caucus I think it will be impactful going into the general. That's what my gut says in terms of community engagement and reinforced by the Hispanic caucus, leaders on the ground and candidate have made statements-I don't know the comms world and full political look on this which is why your feedback is helpful. Thank you all, Bridgette lol, pls no Sent from my iPhone On May 16, 2016, at 10:53 PM, Davis, Marilyn <DavisM@dnc.org<mailto:DavisM@dnc.org>> wrote: Hey Luis, Is DWS issuing a statement? As you know we have significant Puerto Rican communities in CT, NY, NJ, PA and FL. Chair Martinez is very engaged on this one. Please advise. Thanks, Marilyn D. Davis National Director of Community Engagement Democratic National Convention M: 609-218-3254 Twitter: @marilynddavis Facebook.com/marilynddavis<http://facebook.com/marilynddavis> Sent from my iPhone, please excuse any typos On May 16, 2016, at 1:01 PM, Gomez, Bridgette <GomezB@dnc.org<mailto:GomezB@dnc.org>> wrote: Hey Luis, I wanted to share this with you, but also check-in to see if the DNC can make a statement on PR especially with both candidate's campaigns out in Puerto Rico this week. Bernie Sanders is in Puerto Rico today with a townhall event (details<https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjh36-OiN_MAhXHSyYKHQ2BChMQqQIINDAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthehill.com%2Fblogs%2Fballot-box%2F280004-watch-live-bernie-sanders-holds-town-hall-in-puerto-rico&usg=AFQjCNGLxflHRLoyP8tCjHBjM2x4a5smDw&sig2=DittnhuKpGu919WPCeoiiA&bvm=bv.122129774,d.cWw>) and Bill Clinton will be there tomorrow (see details below). Please let me know what is possible. I would like to move on convening a national call to help elevate the issue, but want to make sure this is ok to do and also think once we make a statement it makes it better to move forward with a call after. Thank you, Bridgette Hillary Clinton Statement on Puerto Rico Hillary Clinton released the following statement on the political status of Puerto Rico: "The people of Puerto Rico have a proud history and a distinct heritage--and as American citizens, they are entitled to have their voices heard on critical issues that affect them. All Americans should be able to vote for the people who make their laws. "During my presidency, I will work as hard as I can with the people of Puerto Rico and with advocates from all sides to answer the fundamental question of their political status. It is up to the people of Puerto Rico to decide, and I commit to supporting their decision. "A process to resolve Puerto Rico's legal status must be fair and consistent with the Constitution and laws of the United States, and the decision should be made by majority vote. I will support any process that meets these terms, such as an up or down vote on statehood. It is time to bring this issue to closure. "Additionally, all American citizens, no matter where they reside, should have the right to vote for the President of the United States. I expressed that in 2008 and I reiterate that position again today." Declaraciones de Hillary Clinton sobre Puerto Rico Hillary Clinton realizó las siguientes declaraciones sobre el estatus político de Puerto Rico: "El pueblo de Puerto Rico posee una orgullosa historia y un patrimonio distintivo y, como ciudadanos estadounidenses, tienen el derecho que sus voces sean escuchadas en los asuntos críticos que les afectan. Todos los estadounidenses deberían poder votar por las personas que formulan sus leyes. "Durante mi presidencia, trabajaré tan fuerte como me sea posible con el pueblo de Puerto Rico y los defensores de todas las ideologías para contestar la pregunta fundamental de su estatus político. La decisión debe ser tomada por el pueblo de Puerto Rico y me comprometo a apoyar su decisión. "Un proceso para resolver el estatus legal de Puerto Rico debe estar basado en opciones que sean justas y consistentes con la Constitución y las leyes de los Estados Unidos y cuya decisión sea por voto mayoritario. Apoyaré cualquier proceso que cumpla con estos términos, cómo lo es un voto sí o no sobre la estadidad. Es tiempo de cerrar este asunto. "Además, todos los ciudadanos estadounidenses, no importa dónde residan, deben tener el derecho de votar por el presidente de los Estados Unidos. Lo expresé en el 2008 y reitero mi posición hoy nuevamente." President Bill Clinton to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Puerto Rico On Tuesday, May 17, President Bill Clinton will campaign for Hillary Clinton in Puerto Rico ahead of the June 5 caucus. President Clinton will attend public events in Bayamón, Cayey, and Ponce where he will discuss why Hillary Clinton is the best candidate to fight for Puerto Rico and build ladders of opportunity for Puerto Rican families. Media interested in covering these events should RSVP here<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dsnViw9csY5EBq_0_fa9O_IlVLj8VHMFnCn1Y6djPVs/viewform?usp=send_form> by Monday, May 16 at 10:00 PM. Media who RSVP to the events will receive a credential confirmation and logistical information after the RSVP deadline. Bayamón Organizing Event with President Clinton When: 10:30 AM Where: National College Plaza, Road # 2 Km 11.2 Bayamon, P.R. 00960 DOORS OPEN: 9:30 AM Public RSVP Here<https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/NPLHQFPHW6FKXZ5C/> Cayey Organizing Event with President Clinton When: 2:15 PM Where: Teatro Municipal de Cayey Cll Luis Muñoz Rivera North Cayey, Puerto Rico 00376 Doors Open: 1:15 PM Public RSVP Here<https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/2WGBMLDWBWOSYP3D/> Ponce Organizing Event with President Clinton When: 6:00 PM Where: Complejo Ferial de Puerto Rico Ave. Rafael Cordero Santiago Lote #1 final Ponce, Puerto Rico, 00716 Doors Open: 5:00 PM Public RSVP Here<https://www.hillaryclinton.com/events/view/DZNQHIWYWNNTKPTS/> -- Lorella Praeli National Director of Latino Outreach || Hillary for America<http://www.hillaryclinton.com> 203.417.1436<tel:203.417.1436> @lorellapraeli<https://twitter.com/lorellapraeli>