It’s been a year and a half since the Washington Bridge was partially closed, and it’ll be years more before it’s fully repaired. We talk with the author behind the book “Why Nothing Works,” who says this is just another example of a national problem: government can’t accomplish big things anymore. Also, Daniel Davis escaped slavery in Maryland and found his way to Rhode Island in 1862. He became a beloved reverend at a church in Alton. We’ll hear about Davis’ life, and a ceremony at the church next week to honor his legacy. And on Artscape, a look back on our conversation with Chef Sky Kim, the 2025 James Beard award winner for “Best Chef Northeast.”
Links:
- Breaking Point: The Washington Bridge
- TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for June 20, 2025
- Sky Kim wins ‘Best Chef Northeast’ for her locally-inspired Korean cuisine
- Rhode Island Pride – Pridefest (June 21)
- Haus of Glitter – Family Pride Party (June 21)
- Refugee Dream Center – World Refugee Day (June 21)
Guests:
- Marc Dunkelman, fellow in International and Public Affairs at Brown University Watson Institute
- Rev. Bettine Besier, pastor at St. Thomas Episcopal Church
- Carlee DeVoe, sophomore at Chariho High School
- Ian Donnis, The Public’s Radio political reporter
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