Puerto Rico Gov. Rosselló backs down from 'religious liberty bill' after Ricky Martin publishes open letter slamming the legislation
Thursday slamming the legislation that would exempt government employees from serving constituents if they believe it clashes with their religious beliefs.
Hours after the letter was published, Rosselló asked legislators to shelve the bill, saying in a statement that"instead of reaching a consensus on a basis of mutual respect, it provokes the division of our people."determined to submit a negative report Martin's letter came a day after he took to social media to speak out against Rosselló and the island’s House of Representatives, who had voted in favor of the bill Tuesday.
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