Sen. Jack Reed, D-RI, today criticized the Trump Administration’s plan to unravel the net neutrality regulations after the Federal Communications…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: RI Faces Uncertain Economic Future
With Thanksgiving coming up, it’s time to think about things we’re grateful for. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says we can all be thankful that…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Republican Federal Tax Overhaul Skewed To Wealthy
Republicans in Congress and the Trump Administration are working on a federal tax overhaul they say will help the middle class. RIPR’s Scott MacKay says…
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Nancy Pelosi Slams GOP Tax Plan During Rhode Island Visit
Nancy Pelosi, the U.S. House Minority leader, railed against the proposed Republican tax overhaul during a visit to the Ocean State Monday. Pelosi…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The heavy winds came, lots of Rhode Islanders lost power, and now we’re trying to move on. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Hyers To Manage Democrat In Nevada Governor’s Race
Eric Hyers, who managed Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo’s 2014 campaign, and two earlier campaigns for U.S. Representative David Cicilline, is set…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Rhode Island’s 2018 Campaigns Begin
The 2018 Rhode Island political campaign season kicked off last week with announcements on the Republican side of the campaign for governor and more….
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Lawmakers, Environmentalists Concerned After EPA Stops Scientists From Discussing Report
Lawmakers and environmentalists are disappointed in and concerned about the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to stop three agency…
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Local Health Insurers Brace For Loss Of Millions In Federal Subsidies
President Donald Trump last week cut off federal subsidies that help to cover the cost of health insurance for low-income patients. The decision is…
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Scott Mackay Commentary: Time To Get Serious About Guns
The mass shooting last week at a country music festival in Las Vegas has renewed conversation about gun control. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay…