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On Nov. 5, Rhode Islanders will vote on whether to call a constitutional convention. Convention opponents argue that a convention will be as corrupt as the legislature because the legislature and the … more
In an era where the cost of higher education continues to rise, community colleges remain a critical gateway to opportunity for millions of students. These institutions provide affordable, … more
The Warwick School Community was saddened to learn about the passing of Alan Shawn Feinstein. He was a beloved member of our community whose legacy of generosity and compassion will live on for … more
STORY OF THE WEEK : With the end of the Democratic National Convention, the stage is now set for a sprint to the high-stakes November election. Rhode Island’s delegation, like other Democrats … more
As the author of Article XIV of the state constitution, a section that streamlined the amendment process, thereby facilitating improvements in judicial selection and the adoption of separation of … more
Ferris Bueller comes to mind, as I’m heading to Chicago for next week’s Democratic Convention. Ferris had a line that was dead-on accurate: “Life moves pretty fast. If you … more
By now you’ve heard the news that Rhode Island Energy (RIE) is part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE:PPL) family of companies and transitioning from National Grid. You’re probably wondering … more
It would be challenging to list the highlights of Doris Brennan Weir’s athletic career without omitting some accomplishment, title or record. She was simply among the finest female swimmers in … more
Usually after a debate ends, a new debate begins as to who won it, or whether it will affect the election. Instead, the debate swirling after this recent Biden-Trump debate is over whether Biden … more
It started with no handshake between two candidates who don’t like each other. When the inevitable question came about the candidates' advanced age and why they didn’t think it was an … more
The Fourth of July will soon be upon us… Hopefully, a time for a sunny day with picnics or barbeques in the back yard or a day at the beach, followed by fireworks at night. But it is not … more
There is landmark legislation currently pending before the General Assembly that seeks to provide something most Rhode Islanders thought they already had: a remedy for violations of their state … more
Around kitchen tables in every community, people are talking about higher prices and fewer available services. Whether at the grocery store or the doctor’s office, whether through higher rent … more
Last Tuesday, June 4, the RI House Judiciary Committee unanimously passed a bill (H 7165A) that’s a step toward decriminalizing prostitution. Lobbyists for decriminalized prostitution have … more
After two years of negotiation, faculty at the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) are set to have a new contract with the Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education, which manages public … more
As your Senator, my priorities always have been and will continue to be focused on fiscal responsibility and structural change in order to lower tax burdens, increase effectiveness, and improve the … more
I took the time to personally visit the so-called pallet village, on Victor Street in Providence. I can’t help but come to the conclusion; the same people who contrived this idea may also be … more
No state program poses a greater fiscal challenge to Rhode Island than its Medicaid program, which provides indispensable healthcare services to over one in three Rhode Islanders, including our most … more
STORY OF THE WEEK: Pro-Palestinian protests at Brown University came to a peaceful end last week – a contrast to the mass arrests and disorder seen on many campuses across the country. Isabella … more
The prospect of repairing or fully replacing the Washington Bridge has created greater urgency to address Rhode Island’s diminishing ability to pay for its transportation infrastructure. … more
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