The past week has featured a blur of campaign announcements, and Rhode Island’s 2018 campaign season is just getting started. So thanks for stopping by…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Rhode Island’s 2018 Campaigns Begin
The 2018 Rhode Island political campaign season kicked off last week with announcements on the Republican side of the campaign for governor and more….
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What The Sale Of The Newport Daily News Means For Local Journalism
GateHouse Media Inc. snatched up another Southern New England newspaper this week with its purchase of the Newport Daily News. This adds to more than…
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DeLorenzo Leaves RI Democratic Party; Diossa Gets Post As Second Vice Chairman
In a victory for the progressive flank of the Rhode Island Democratic Party, Joe DeLorezno, the party’s embattled second vice chairman, has…
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Lawmakers, Environmentalists Concerned After EPA Stops Scientists From Discussing Report
Lawmakers and environmentalists are disappointed in and concerned about the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to stop three agency…
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DeLorenzo Apologizes After Sparking Firestorm With Remarks About Harassment
Joseph DeLorenzo, second vice chairman of the Rhode Island Democratic Party, apologized Tuesday after sparking a firestorm by disparaging progressives…
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TGIF: 21 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It’s not every week when a big national story has dramatic consequences in Rhode Island, but that’s precisely what happened this time around with the…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Mid-October is here and we’re zipping through the calendar. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: If You Want To Keep The PawSox In RI, Speak Up Now
The debate over taxpayer subsidies for a new stadium for the Pawtucket Red Sox rages on. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says that for those who…
