Congressman David Cicilline is calling on President Trump to denounce a series of threats against Jewish Community Centers in Providence and elsewhere.
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Sen. Reed’s Constituents Voice Concerns About Trump Administration
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed held a meeting with constituents in Providence, Thursday. Some 100 people gathered to voice concerns over President Trump’s cabinet…
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EMILY’s List Endorses Raimondo, 20 Months Ahead Of 2018 Election
With more than 20 months to go until Rhode Island’s next gubernatorial election, EMILY’s List — a national group that supports pro-choice women…
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Changes To The Corporate Tax Rate Could Affect Affordable Housing In RI
Affordable housing advocates are worried President Donald Trump’s promises to reduce corporate taxes could affect their ability to finance new projects….
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Sen. Reed Backing Bill To Have Trump Disclose Financials Before Discussing Trade
Sen. Jack Reed joined thirteen other senators in co-sponsoring a bill that would require President Trump to disclose financial conflicts of interest….
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Partnership For RI Hires Cuomo Staffer As Executive Director
The Partnership for Rhode Island, the new nonprofit with a stated goal of boosting economic development in the state, has hired New York Governor Andrew…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy weekend! 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…
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CT Sen. Murphy Condemns Legislation Allowing Mentally Ill To Purchase Firearms
Congress has sent President Donald Trump legislation that reverses an Obama-era rule designed to keep guns out of the hands of certain mentally disabled…
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Russian Spy Vessel Spotted Off Connecticut Coast
A Russian spy ship has been spotted near the U.S. Navy submarine base in Groton, Connecticut. The ship is in international waters about 30 miles from…
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RI Lawmakers Call For Investigation After Flynn Resignation
Rhode Island lawmakers reacted Tuesday to the resignation of Michael Flynn as national security advisor.
