State Rep. Moira Walsh (D-Providence) joins Political Roundtable to discuss the clash between women activists and the Rhode Island Democratic Party, and the view in her district on the impeachment hearings in Washington.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For November 15
Question of the Week: How does ill will in the body politic affect important policy issues? Read on for more on that, and 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 go. 1) We’re […]
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Sixteen RI Cities And Towns Sue Raimondo, Legislature Over Continuing Contracts Law
A continuing contracts law that critics say will hurt taxpayers is the target of a Superior Court lawsuit, backed by 16 Rhode Island cities and towns, filed Tuesday against the state, Gov. Gina Raimondo and General Assembly leaders.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For November 8
Question of the Week: What happens when RI collides with outside forces? 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 go. 1) Gov. Gina Raimondo continues to enjoy a favorable profile among national Democrats, […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For November 1
Question of the Week: What is overlooked when one topic dominates public discussion? Read on for more on that, and 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 go. 1) The high-stakes fight between […]
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Bonus Q&A: Chippendale On Ukraine, Board Of Elections & RI House GOP Priorities
Rep. Mike Chippendale (R-Foster), the second-ranking Republican in the RI House of Representatives, joins Bonus Q&A to discuss impeachment proceedings in Washington, questions about a new location for the state Board of Elections, and GOP House priorities in the new session starting in January.
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Political Roundtable: Chippendale On IGT Vs Twin River & The Upcoming House Session
Rep. Mike Chippendale (R-Foster), GOP whip in the RI House of Representatives, joins Political Roundtable to discuss the ongoing battle between IGT and Twin River, and whether recent news will carry fallout for House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello in the new House session in January.
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Fane Fight: Proposed 46-Story Luxury Tower Sparks Clash In Providence
The most disputed piece of land in Providence is just a patch of grass right now. It’s a triangle-shaped parcel smack between the city’s new pedestrian bridge and the Wexford building on Dyer Street. Fane tower is a proposed 46-story luxury residential development in Providence’s I-195 District. While opponents take a very different view, supporters […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For October 25
Question of the Week: After a bruising battle involving one of Rhode Island’s largest revenue sources, can the pieces be put back together? (Probably) 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 go. 1) […]
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In Latest Push For Open Bidding, Twin River Unveils Partnership With Scientific Games
Twin River has signed up another partner, Scientific Games, an acknowledged leader in the gambling industry, in its effort to compete for a lucrative long-term contract to operate most gambling services in Rhode Island. Marc Crisafulli, executive vice president of Twin River Worldwide Holdings, cited the development as “further proof that there is significant interest […]
