Rhode Island’s ACLU is calling the 2018 state legislative session a “mixed bag” for civil liberties. Steve Brown, the group’s executive director, said…
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Democratic Legislative Endorsements Upset RI Progressives
Rhode Island progressives are expressing outrage about some of the candidates endorsed in legislative elections, including a man who supported President…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Summer is here, the General Assembly has adjourned and the political news keeps coming fast and furious. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column….
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Who’s Running For Office in Rhode Island In 2018?
The filing deadline to declare a campaign for public office in Rhode Island passed at 4 p.m. Thursday. But final details have not yet been filed by…
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Pass/Fail? Where Health Legislation Stands As RI Lawmakers Adjourn
Some Health Bills That Passed – Or Died – During this Legislative Session:
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RI Lawmakers Pass Bill To Put Hospital Operators Under Oath
Hospital operators seeking permission take over health care facilities in Rhode Island will be required to testify under oath to state regulators under…
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Lombardi To Skip Providence Mayoral Run, Seek Re-Election To RI House
In a boost for Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza, state Rep. John Lombardi (D-Providence) has decided to seek re-election to his legislative post rather…
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General Assembly Approves PawSox Stadium Bill; Team Non-Committal
The General Assembly ended a years-long legislative debate about an envisioned PawSox stadium in Pawtucket by approving Friday what supporters called…
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TGIF: 11 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
What appears to be the last week of the General Assembly is coming in for landing. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual your tips…
