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Scott MacKay Commentary: Don’t Turn Local Cops Into Immigration Enforcers
Providence Public Safety Commissioner Steve Pare doesn’t want city police used as deputy immigration agents. RIPR Political Analyst Scott MacKay says…
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Facing Change: From War-Torn Syria To Snowy Prep School, Syrian Refugees Seek Education In Vermont
Many small towns in New England are eager to welcome refugees from the war in Syria, but that doesn’t seem likely under President Donald Trump’s…
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Bonus Q&A: Neronha On 38 Studios, Immigration, Targeting Violent Crime & More
US Attorney Peter Neronha stopped by our studio Thursday to talk about 38 Studios, immigration, targeting violent crime, and more.
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Facing Change: Muslim Political Star Gets Out The Vote in Maine
Inside a cavernous glass-and-steel chamber that overlooks Portland’s busy waterfront, dozens of immigrants are about to become U.S. citizens.
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Providence Police Will Not Act As Immigration Officials, Following Homeland Security Memo
Providence police aren’t likely to expand their role in helping federal immigration officials. This comes as Homeland Security officials seek to employ…
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One Last Syrian Refugee Expected In RI Before President Trump’s New Travel Order
A Syrian refugee is expected to arrive in Rhode Island in the coming days. This will likely be the last refugee allowed into the state before President…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy weekend! 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 the…
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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…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
After a quick jaunt out of town, your humble correspondent is back in the Biggest Little. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your comments and tips…