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Regunberg joins crowded Democratic field in Rhode Island’s CD1
Former state Rep. Aaron Regunberg, who narrowly lost a 2018 primary for lieutenant governor, announced Monday he’s joining the crowded Democratic field in Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District. “For fifteen years, I’ve been fighting to make a difference for everyday Rhode Islanders,” Regunberg said in a statement. “As a state legislator, I built coalitions that […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For September 13
Question of the Week: With meetings on Friday the 13th related to the fate of Providence schools and the Wyatt Detention Facility, what could possibly go wrong? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For January 11
The legislative session in Rhode Island is off to a fast start, thanks to a vigorous debate on House rules. There’s a lot more happening, so thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we […]
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Regunberg Joining Elorza’s City Hall As A Senior Adviser On Policy
Former state Rep. Aaron Regunberg, who lost a close primary race last year for lieutenant governor in Rhode Island, is joining Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza’s administration as a senior adviser on policy. “I’m excited to work with the Elorza administration to push major progressive policy priorities in Mayor Elorza’s second term, focusing particularly on affordable […]
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RI Candidates Tout High-Profile Endorsements In Push Ahead of Wednesday Primary
Rhode Island candidates stepped up their final push for voters’ support ahead of the Wednesday primary with a combination of high-profile endorsemens and retail politics. In the race for lieutenant governor between incumbent Democrat Dan McKee and progressive challenger Aaron Regunberg, Regunberg received an endorsement from 2016 presidential candidate and U.S. Sen. from Vermont Bernie […]
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Facing Progressive Primary Challenge, Lt. Gov. Garners Support From Mayors
Six mayors from Northern Rhode Island gathered Tuesday in a show of support for Lt. Governor Dan McKee. He’s facing a primary challenge next week from Providence State Representative Aaron Regunberg. McKee served for six terms as Mayor of Cumberland and said that experience informed his priorities as Lieutenant Governor. Standing on the Statehouse steps, […]
