Rhode Island’s U.S. Senators are taking aim at a new federal policy that separates children from families crossing into the country illegally. The issue…
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TGIF: 17 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just another quiet week in the Biggest Little. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome , and you…
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Recent Federal Immigration Revelations Spur Local Protest
Immigrant rights activists protested in front of the Customs and Border Protection office in Cranston Friday. The local group was spurred to action by…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: RI Assembly Should Vote On Abortion Legislation
Americans have jousted over abortion for decades. Some supporters of abortion rights thought the 1973 Roe vs. Wade Supreme Court decision that permitted…
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How One Unaccompanied Minor Made Her Way To Massachusetts
Recent news reports about the U.S. government losing track of nearly 1,500 immigrant children in its care has prompted outrage and confusion. These are…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It’s Memorial Day weekend, a time to reflect on the sacrifices of others while also looking to summer pleasures. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly…
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Vice President Mike Pence Addresses Coast Guard Academy Graduation
Vice President Mike Pence told graduating cadets at the US Coast Guard Academy in New London that the administration intends to continue to invest in…
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Bonus Q&A: Mohanty On Activism, Trump, RI Dems’ Women’s Caucus & More
Sulina Mohanty, chairwoman of the RI Democratic Party’s Women’s Caucus, joins Bonus Q&A to discuss activism, the caucus’ efforts, the impact of…
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Proposed Changes To Title X To Ban Funding Abortions, Referrals
Rhode Island health clinics would be prohibited from providing abortion services or referrals if they receive federal Title X funds, under the Trump…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Campaign season continues to heat up, with the end-of-June filing deadline drawing ever closer. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual…
