The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it’s time for progressives to weigh in.
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Democrats will choose new party leadership today
Without control of the White House or Congress, the new DNC chair will lead the campaign arm of a Democratic Party that is still figuring out how to move on from rejection at the ballot box.
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Harris is reaching out to Republicans. Some progressives feel left behind
Vice President Harris has been campaigning with Republicans disaffected with former President Donald Trump. But some progressive voters aren’t loving the strategy.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For September 27
Question of the Week: What will happen with the proposed IGT extension, and when will it happen? That’s my top item this week, so read on. 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 […]
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Progressives Unveil Slate Of Challengers For RI General Assembly Seats
A group of 15 progressive candidates – most of them running for the state Senate in 2020 – announced Wednesday a new effort that they call a challenge to the political status quo in Rhode Island. While incumbents hold certain advantages, the insurgents are getting an early start while targeting for removal the second- and […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For August 30
The possibility of recession, shrinking gambling revenue, and a big fight over Rhode Island’s top gambling vendor – what could possibly go wrong? 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) Gambling […]
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Bonus Q&A: Newberry On Trump, RI House Progressives, And 2022
RI state Rep. Brian Newberry stopped by Bonus Q&A to discuss a range of topics, including President Trump, the progressive caucus in the RI House, and potential GOP candidates for governor in 2022.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For August 9
The march to the start of a new school year continues, with a lot on the line for Providence and the entire state. 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) It’s […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For June 28
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. Set your calendar for summer. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. 1) The more things change at the General Assembly (an abortion-rights bill, which went nowhere fast in 2018, became law […]
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TGIF: 16 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy post-Thanksgiving! I’m thankful to those who follow my reporting and who help to support The Public’s Radio. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Without further ado, here’s the turkey week edition of my column. Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday […]
