Tuesday’s (predictably) low-turnout primary (surprisingly) punched above its weight in offering a lot of grist for the political mill. So let’s get…
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Mental Health Hearings Begin Thursday At Statehouse
A series of hearings about the state of mental health care kicks off Thursday at the Statehouse. Lawmakers are concerned about gaps in the system….
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ProJo Political Columnist Fitzpatrick Leaving For RWU Job
Edward Fitzpatrick, who has been The Providence Journal’s political columnist since 2008, is leaving to become the director of media and public…
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TGIF: 18 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy Weekend and 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…
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Raimondo Cites Safety Concerns In Ordering Accelerated 6/10 Repairs
The state plans to speed up an overhaul of bridges along the 6/10 Connector because they’re deteriorating faster than expected and will eventually pose…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy September! The approach of fall brings plenty of fresh developments on the politics beat. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As…
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RhodyVotes ’16: Democrats Vie For Seat Vacated By State Rep. John Carnevale
The residency case involving state Rep. John Carnevale has resulted in an open seat in the House of Representatives.
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Will Pols Who Gave Us 38 Studios Pledge No More Moral Obligation Bonds?
38 Studios was back in the news last week, after Rhode Island struck a 26-million-dollar deal to settle claims against Wells Fargo and Barclays. Those…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
August is on the way out, and legislative primary races are coming up fast. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, you can send your…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The doldrums of (mostly) slow news days are upon us, even with just slightly more than three weeks until Rhode Island’s September 13 primary. So thanks…
