State Rep. David Place (R-Burrillville) joins Political Roundtable to discuss the debate over Second Amendment sanctuaries; why he voted against allowing Providence to borrow more money; and what led him to run for the General Assembly.
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Bonus Q&A: Mattiello On Abortion, Guns. RI’s Economic Outlook & More
Rhode Island House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For February 15
The Rhode Island General Assembly is starting its week-long winter break, but hot legislative topics continue to percolate. 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) A number of opponents of abortion-rights […]
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Raimondo, Neronha Call For Added Gun Restrictions; Outlook Uncertain In General Assembly
Speaking on the anniversary of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo and Attorney General Peter Neronha said Thursday that imposing new restrictions on guns is a matter of saving lives.During a Statehouse news conference packed with anti-gun violence activists, Raimondo and Neronha unveiled their support for bills to ban what […]
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Bonus Q&A: Neronha On 38 Studios, Open Records, Gun Laws & More
Rhode Island Attorney General-elect Peter Neronha joins Bonus Q&A to discuss a range of issues related to his new job, including 38 Studios, the state’s Access to Public Record Act, whether prosecutors should accept campaign contributions, and more.
