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Why are Puerto Ricans considered Americans?
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Puerto Ricans are considered Americans because they are US citizens by birth. Puerto Rico is a self-governing US territory and its residents are provided all the same rights and benefits afforded to citizens of any US state. The territory also shares a common language and culture with the mainland US. Additionally, Puerto Ricans are entitled to receive veteran's benefits and participate in elections as American citizens. As such, they have been conferred US citizenship and are thus considered Americans.