As the days dwindle to 2016, Scott MacKay has some Christmas and New Year’s thoughts for Rhode Island’s politicians. With sincere apologies to Clement…
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No Surprise: The Pats Are Back
After two consecutive losses, the second their worst performance in years, the Patriots are back. Are you surprised? You shouldn’t be. Bill Belichick…
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TGIF (Thanksgiving Edition): 21 Things To Know About RI Politics & Media
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! I’m grateful for our listeners/readers at RIPR, my excellent colleagues in the local media, the staffers and spokespeople…
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100th Brown-URI Football Game Saturday Night A Tough Ticket
The 100th football game between Rhode Island and Brown Saturday night at Brown Stadium will be a tough ticket. To sell, not to buy. Or, would you want…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Better Times for Organized Labor on Labor Day 2015
For workers and unions, there hasn’t been much to celebrate on Labor Day in recent years. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says things may finally…
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Deflategate: A Stunning Victory For Tom Brady; A Stinging Blow To Roger Goodell
Judge Richard M. Berman’s decision to vacate Tom Brady’s four-game suspension is a stunning victory for the New England Patriots quarterback and a…
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Federal Judge Throws Out Brady Deflategate Suspension
A federal judge has tossed out the four-game suspension imposed by the National Football League on New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady in the so…
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That Was One Tough Week For Boston Sports
Thank goodness for a new week. Could last week have been any worse for Boston sports? Let’s review. First, the City of Boston reneged on its bid to…
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TGIF: 20 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by. It’s been a long week, so let’s get rolling before I fall asleep at my standing desk. Your tips and thoughts remain welcome at…
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Local Fans React To NFL Penalty Against Tom Brady
The NFL lawyer who investigated the deflation of footballs by the Patriots last season says he has direct evidence quarterback Tom Brady knew about the…