The pit of winter has settled over Rhode Island, judging by the combination of snow and sub-freezing temperatures. The governor used the recent…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Whither The PawSox?
Rhode Islanders have been transfixed lately by snow drifts and the Super Bowl. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says it’s time to look ahead to…
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Meet the Class of 2015: State Representative Joseph J. Solomon Jr.
With 18 new members in the 113-seat General Assembly, On Politics is offering a periodic look at the latest additions to the House and Senate. We…
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Raimondo pledges to work for better economy as she takes office
Continuing the themes of her gubernatorial campaign, Gov. Gina Raimondo took office as Rhode Island’s first female governor this afternoon with a pledge…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy New Year! Is it the dawn of a new era in Rhode Island, or just a fresh path to more of the same? The answers will come in the months and years…
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The Providence crime myth
Unless you were living in the abandoned East Side tunnel during the Providence mayoral campaign, you listened to round after round of desultory…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Elorza’s Inauguration Day Challenges And Opportunities
Jorge Elorza this afternoon will be inaugurated Providence’s mayor. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay parses the challenges the new mayor faces. After…
