If your health insurance deductibles and co-pays have been rising, you’re not alone. A recent report about the cost of health care in the Ocean State…
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TGIF (Thanksgiving Edition): 21 Things To Know About RI Politics & Media
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! I’m grateful for our listeners/readers at RIPR, my excellent colleagues in the local media, the staffers and spokespeople…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
After a mid-November slowdown, politics near and far remains roiled by fallout from the Paris attacks. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column….
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Senator Morgan Defends Her Stance on Syrian Refugees
State Senator Elaine Morgan (R-Hopkinton), who attracted national criticism for an email in which she condemned Muslims, released a statement Friday…
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In Email, State Senator Calls For Syrian Refugees To Be Kept In Separate “Camp”
State Senator Elaine Morgan (R-Hopkinton) is attracting national attention for an email she sent condemning Islam and calling for Syrian refugees in…
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Activists Call On Sen. Reed To Push For Drawdown Of U.S. Troops In Middle East
The group, the “Rhode Island Anti-war Committee” is planning a peaceful picket at an event attended by U.S. Senator Jack Reed Sunday in Providence. The…
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RI Recognizes Veterans Day With Events And Ceremonies
Many businesses and public agencies are closed today in honor of Veterans Day. But there are plenty of events and celebrations to honor local service…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Nothing like spring weather to usher in November, but that’s going to change, right? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual your tips…
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Senators Weigh In On Keystone XL Pipeline Decision
Rhode Island Sens. Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse are applauding President Obama’s decision to reject the Keystone XL pipeline proposal. The president…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Raimondo Should Go Back To The Future On Tolls
When she was Rhode Island’s state general treasurer, Gina Raimondo led a successful campaign to overhaul the state’s pension system. As she pursues a…
