As the days dwindle to 2016, Scott MacKay has some Christmas and New Year’s thoughts for Rhode Island’s politicians. With sincere apologies to Clement…
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Costantino Signals Willingness To Speak With House Oversight Committee
Former House Finance chairman Steve Costantino said through his lawyer Wednesday that he’s willing to return to Rhode Island to answer questions about…
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Bonus Q&A: Regunberg On Refugees, Education Funding, Providence Finances & More
State Rep. Aaron Regunberg (D-Providence) joins Bonus Q&A this week to discuss the debate over Syrian refugees, education funding, Providence…
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Hasbro Refugee Clinic Concerned By Debate Over Syrian Refugees
As the debate about receiving more Syrian refugees continues, a Hasbro Children’s Hospital doctor worries about refugees who have already made the…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
After a mid-November slowdown, politics near and far remains roiled by fallout from the Paris attacks. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column….
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Let’s Prudently Do Our Part For Syrian Refugees
Since the Paris terrorist attacks, Americans and Rhode Islanders have been engaged in debate over the fate of refugees. RIPR political analyst Scott…
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Wondering Why As The College Football Regular Season Winds Down
Another college football season is winding down, and I’m wondering why this new Division I playoff system has me feeling the old way might have been…
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Lawmakers, Residents Rally For And Against Syrian Refugees In Rhode Island
Governor Gina Raimondo now says she will welcome Syrian refugees, if the Obama administration asks her to. The statement came after competing rallies at…
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The Rant: Art And Truth At The Gamm Theatre
A new production at The Gamm Theatre in Pawtucket explores the theme of police violence in minority communities. The play is called “The Rant,” and it…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column as we head into the run-up to Thanksgiving. Your tips and thoughts are always welcome via email, and you…
