News

Mitt Romney Wins Puerto Rico Primary, Thanks Governor Luis Fortuño

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - March 18, 2012

Above: Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney

By the Caribbean Journal staff

United States Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney won the Puerto Rico Republic Primary Sunday, topping Rick Santorum and the rest of the Republican field.

Romney, who reportedly won by more than half of the vote, accordingly won the entirety of Puerto Rico’s 20 delegates.

Puerto Rico statehood became a major issue during the brief primary campaign in Puerto Rico.

In addition, the question of English as the official language for the United States territory also was a significant talking point.

Romney’s win in the primary gave him what is rapidly becoming a commanding lead in the Republic presidential race.

“Ann [Romney’s wife] and I are deeply grateful to Governor Fortuño, his wife Lucé Vela, and the good people of Puerto Rico for their support and help in winning the Republican primary,” Romney said in a post on social media.

Fortuno, a Republican, has been mentioned by some as a potential vice presidential candidate.

Popular Posts cape santa maria

From Anguilla to Aruba, the Best Caribbean Beaches to Visit This Summer

Forget the Hamptons, forget Santorini. And Florida? There’s a reason snowbirds go home in the summer. If you’re looking for a summertime beach getaway, the Caribbean is it. The water is deliciously warm, the trade winds keep you cool and […]


The Winners of the 2024 Caribbean Green Awards 

caribbean green

With almost 20,000 votes, the winners of the Caribbean Green Awards 2024 Presented by E-Finity have been crowned.  From state-of-the-art marine conservation projects to hotels that are redefining sustainability, the Green movement has never been stronger in the Caribbean.  “This […]


Curacao’s Newest All-Inclusive Resort Reinvents the Beach Bungalow

beach bungalow on the sand with reflection of water

Hyatt’s Dreams brand first debuted on the Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao back in 2019, a transformation of what had been the Hilton Curacao. In many ways, Dreams’ debut helped change the game for the island, helping to kick off […]


Related Posts playa resaca culebra beach with green hills and clouds in blue sky

Caribbean Photo of the Week: Playa Resaca, Culebra, Puerto Rico

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Greg Litynski, who sent in this beautiful photo of Playa Resaca on the island of Culebra, Puerto Rico. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com […]


The Puerto Rico Vacation Is More Popular Than Ever

puerto rico flights from the dominican republic

Tourism has been white-hot in Puerto Rico largely since the heart of the pandemic, and the island continues to see sizzling growth, according to the latest passenger traffic numbers from San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Passenger traffic in […]


The Sexiest Beaches in the Caribbean to Visit Right Now 

the sexiest beaches including this resort at atlantis

One is a beach with a nightclub-style pool right next door. Another is filled with beach bars — and even has its own au natural corner. Then there’s a beach that’s practically a nonstop party.  There are so many things that […]


SUBSCRIBE!

Sign up for Caribbean Journal's free newsletter for a daily dose of beaches, hotels, rum and the best Caribbean travel information on the net.


No. Thank You