May is here, bringing sunshine (in theory) and a sharper read on state revenue. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
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New Englanders Say Goodbye To ‘The Greatest Show On Earth’
Children of all ages will say their goodbyes to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus this weekend in Providence. The city is hosting the…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Providence’s Dysfunctional City Council
The Providence City Council has been ensnared in controversy of late. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay wonders why the council is so ineffective.
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Political Roundtable: Raimondo On College Tuition, Car Tax & Kevin Jackson
Governor Gina Raimondo joins Political Roundtable to discuss the outlook for her college tuition plan; Speaker Mattiello’s commitment to phasing out the…
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Providence East Side Councilor Jackson Ousted in Overwhelming Recall Election
A grass-roots campaign has pushed Providence City Councilor Kevin Jackson from office in an overwhelming, unprecedented recall victory on the capital…
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Author Sonia Nieto Chosen as Rhode Island College Commencement Speaker
Author and researcher Sonia Nieto will deliver the undergraduate commencement address at the Rhode Island College commencement on Saturday, May 13 th at…
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Chafee Opposes Incentives For Wexford Development In The I-195 District
Former Governor Lincoln Chafee is criticizing the Raimondo administration’s plans to use millions in tax incentives to promote development in the I-195…
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Young RI Dems Help Georgia Democratic Candidate Ahead Of June Runoff Election
Some local Democrats are throwing their support behind Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff. Ossoff, a political newcomer, faces what will likely be a tight…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
May is almost here, bringing a closer read on state revenue and perhaps even more sunshine. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments…
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Political Roundtable: Abney On State Revenue, Raimondo’s College Plan & Car Tax
House Finance Chairman Marvin Abney (D-Newport) joins Political Roundtable to discuss lower than expected state revenue, and the outlook for two high…
