Supporters launched a new effort Wednesday to strengthen abortion rights in Rhode Island, although it remains unclear if their favored bill will have…
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RI Mayors Endorse Gov. Raimondo Tuition-Free College Plan
A coalition of six mayors of Rhode Island cities and towns have announced support for Gov. Gina Raimondo’s plan to guarantee two years of tuition-free…
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State Lawmakers Move To Protect Abortion Rights
Lawmakers plan to unveil a proposal Wednesday to preserve abortion rights in Rhode Island, even if the landmark case Roe v. Wade is overturned.
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Carbon Tax Among Top Priorities For Environment Council Of RI
The Environment Council of Rhode Island has laid out its legislative priorities for the new General Assembly session. The group, comprised mostly of…
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TGIF: 18 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just another quiet Friday in America, right? Thanks for stopping by as we hurtle into a new area, with lots to watch on the local and national level. As…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
New lawmakers are settling in, and Governor Raimondo is getting ready to unveil her latest budget. So the political year is starting in earnest, paving…
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Legislative Supporters Tout “Fair Shot Agenda” To Expand Economic Opportunities
More than 20 Democratic state lawmakers expressed support Thursday for a four-part plan — dubbed the “Fair Shot Agenda” — that they say will expand…
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Another Attempt To Legalize Marijuana In RI
Once again, Rhode Island lawmakers plan to introduce legislation that would legalize recreational use of marijuana. T he legislators unveil their…
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TGIF: 24 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Welcome to my first TGIF column of 2017, and thanks for stopping by. As usual your tips and comments are welcome , and you can follow me through the…
