Austerity measures in Puerto Rico have led to violent clashes
The recent visit of US President Barack Obama to Puerto Rico marked the first official trip to the island by a sitting US president since 1961.
President Obama's visit to Puerto Rico was a cause for celebration but beneath the surface the recession has brought the island's economy to its knees and social discontent is growing.
Julian Miglierini reports from San Juan.
15 Jun 2011
- From the section US & Canada