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Former RI Gov. Lincoln Chafee Applauds Trump’s Approach To Russia
Speaking to a Russian media outlet this week, former Governor Lincoln Chafee praised President Donald Trump for trying to forge closer ties with Russia.
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Political Roundtable: Magaziner On UHIP, RI’s Pension & The Democrats’ Response To Trump
State General Treasurer Seth Magaziner joins Political Roundtable this week to discuss fallout from the UHIP controversy; the next move on the state…
Posted inArticle, Education, Politics
CT Sen. Murphy Condemns Legislation Allowing Mentally Ill To Purchase Firearms
Congress has sent President Donald Trump legislation that reverses an Obama-era rule designed to keep guns out of the hands of certain mentally disabled…
Posted inArticle, Environment, Politics
Russian Spy Vessel Spotted Off Connecticut Coast
A Russian spy ship has been spotted near the U.S. Navy submarine base in Groton, Connecticut. The ship is in international waters about 30 miles from…
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RI Bill Aims To Withhold State Money From Companies Offering Border Wall Help
Providence Rep. Aaron Regunberg is taking a cue from protestors using money to oppose Trump policies. On Tuesday, Regunberg introduced a bill that would…
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RI Lawmakers Call For Investigation After Flynn Resignation
Rhode Island lawmakers reacted Tuesday to the resignation of Michael Flynn as national security advisor.
Posted inArticle, Health, Politics
HealthSource Enrollment Down 15 Percent
HealthSource RI is wrapping up its open enrollment period amid uncertainty about the future of state-run health care exchanges under President Donald…
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The Bottom Line: How Might RI Be Affected By Federal Healthcare Changes?
Providence Business News Editor Mark Murphy joins Rhode Island Public Radio’s Dave Fallon for our weekly business segment, The Bottom Line. This week…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The Patriots won a Super Bowl for the ages, the Red Sox are starting to stir in Florida, and the political beat continues to run hot here in the Ocean…
