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José F. Aponte Hernández
Profile
José F. Aponte Hernández is a Puerto Rican politician and accountant who has served as a member of the House of Representatives of Puerto Rico since 2000. He previously served as the 28th Speaker of the House from 2005 to 2009 and has held leadership roles including Secretary-General of the New Progressive Party. Throughout his career, Aponte Hernández has been a prominent advocate for the statehood of Puerto Rico, frequently urging the United States Congress to prioritize the territory's admission as a U.S. state.
Details
- Born
- January 19, 1958
- Birth place
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Education
- Colegio Católico Notre Dame High School; University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras
- Career
- Accountant
