SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A widely used slogan by the office of Puerto Rico’s governor that sparked heavy criticism across the U.S. territory has been struck down this election year, the electoral comptroller’s office said Wednesday.
The phrase “Making things happen” can no longer appear on ads launched by the administration of Gov. Pedro Pierluisi, who is seeking a second term.
Walter Vélez, who oversees the office, told reporters that the slogan could allude to goals or achievements and, as a result, should not be used. He noted there’s a limit to using public funds for election-related advertising.
A spokeswoman for Pierluisi did not immediately return a message seeking comment.
A lawsuit filed last year by the main opposition Popular Democratic Party alleging that more than $3 million in public funds have been used to promote the slogan is pending in court.
2024-12-25 00:371207 view
2024-12-25 00:241565 view
2024-12-24 23:521610 view
2024-12-24 23:281244 view
2024-12-24 23:191103 view
Joel Embiid's 2024-25 NBA season is off to a controversial start – and he hasn't even played in a ga
Hefty as the fees were for advertising time on this year's Super Bowl — up to $7 million per 30 seco
NPR's chief executive announced the network would lay off roughly 10% of its current workforce – at