In less than five weeks, Rhode Islanders will go to the polls for a primary election. And because the state has so few Republican voters, primaries…
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Two Arrested During Statehouse Gatherings On Saturday
Two people participating in a counter-protest to a right-wing rally at the Rhode Island Statehouse on Saturday were arrested, according to police. One…
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Right-Wing Rally And Counter-Protest Take Place Despite Pouring Rain
Whipping wind and rain didn’t keep about 100 people from gathering at the Rhode Island Statehouse Saturday. Most of those assembled were there to…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Summer is zipping by, with August coming up fast and the September primary not far behind. So thanks for stopping by for the return of my weekly column….
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Political Roundtable: Frias On His Challenge to Mattiello & Statehouse Politics
Steven Frias, the Republican challenging Democratic House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello, joins Political Roundtable to discuss his campaign and its…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Abortion Rights Have Entered The Democratic Party Mainstream
Rhode Island Democrats have been beset by battles over women’s rights and the direction of the party. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says voters –…
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Bonus Q&A: Goldin On Sexism, Democratic Unity, PawSox & More
Rhode Island Sen. Gayle Goldin (D-Providence) joins Bonus Q&A to discuss sexism at the Statehouse, how controversy over RI Democratic endorsements…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Summer is here, the General Assembly has adjourned and the political news keeps coming fast and furious. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column….
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After 85-Vote Loss In '16, Frias Unveils Another Challenge To Mattiello
Cranston Republican Steve Frias — who almost scored a remarkable upset in 2016, coming within 85 votes of defeating House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello –…