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Recently, a chat between the Island’s Governor and some of his now-former allies was leaked. Nearly 900 pages of content made its way across the Internet and the media and the People of Puerto Rico took it as the last straw. The leaked communications revealed misogynistic, homophobic, and tasteless remarks made against women in local government and the victims of Hurricane María, amongst other targets. The chats also explicitly revealed corrupt and illegal actions from both Governor Roselló and his affiliates. Since July 12th, 2019, the People of Puerto Rico have been actively protesting for his resignation and for drastic changes in the Island’s political panorama.

Protests began on July 12th, 2019 in the streets of Old San Juan.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Thousands of people from all over the Island joined the manifestations, letting their thoughts on the political administration be heard.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

During the first few days the protests quickly intensified.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Protesters were crossing barriers, trying to get closer to the Governor’s mansion (La Fortaleza).

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Police forces threatened the people’s safety as they began using tear gas to deter them from continuing the protests.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Police managed to draw people away from the streets of Old San Juan…

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

…but Puerto Rico didn’t give up.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Some streets ended up vandalized and in a rather bad state.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

But, on the next day Puerto Rico quickly began the recovery process. Business owners and protesters cleaned up the buildings and the streets, resolved not to back down from their calls for justice.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

The protests kept going, each day with more and more support from the people.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

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Even Spider Man jumped in!

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Many Puerto Rican celebrities like Ricky Martin, Bad Bunny, Calle 13, Lin Manuel Miranda, and Marc Anthony have joined in the manifestations and called for Gov. Roselló’s resignation.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Along with the Puerto Rican people, they have kept fighting for justice and order non stop.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Puerto Ricans in the USA have also made their voices be heard. Manifestations have been taking place in Washington DC, Florida, Colorado, California, New York, and many other states.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

On the “brighter” side of things… A couple even got married in a Cathedral in Old San Juan amidst the protests!

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

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And, of course, we have the memes…

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

But in all seriousness, the people of Puerto Rico have shown how united and strong they are in these tough times. Crowds of people from all ages and political parties keep getting together all throught the Island calling for the Governor’s resignation and for positive, drastic changes.

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

Boricuas will not back down. Puerto Rico se levantó!

Here Are Some Of The Pictures That Tell The Story Of How The Tenacious And Strong Puerto Rican People Have Been Protesting For Gov. Ricardo Roselló's Resignation

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