Posts Tagged ‘politics’
In the Arena: John Della Volpe, on election polling
Joe Paolino Jr. interviews leaders in Rhode Island and on issues each week in his interview show. On September 24th Paolino interviewed John Della Volpe, of the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics. They talk about the science and/or the art of polling – what it’s telling us as election season is no longer seasonal,…
Read MoreCranston tied in political knots.
Commentary Another day, another political turmoil. And Cranstonians are growing weary of it all. That might just be what prompted two candidates running for special election to replace a city council member who resigned to run as Independents – they’re picking up on residents not wanting to participate in partisan politics anymore. Quietly, people have…
Read MoreJack’s Angle: The Matos nomination controversy lingers on – John J. “Jack” Partridge
by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer, commentary As predicted in this commentary column, the Board of Elections review of signatures on Sabina Matos’ nomination papers would not be revealing, only a process of calling or visiting those alleged signatories would quell the public doubts as to the legitimacy of her nomination prior to primary voting.…
Read MoreJack’s Angle: A political whitewash in 1st Congressional District primary – Jack Partridge
by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer, commentary Rhode Island’s political class has failed the voters of the First Congressional District by failing to act after the discovery of major irregularities in the nomination papers filed by Lt. Governor Matos in three or four cities and towns. It became only an exercise for finger pointing…
Read MoreSocial Security must be key issue in 2024 Presidential Election – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last Wednesday, 178 House Democrats, (90% of the House Democratic caucus) led by Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) introduced H.R. 4583, the “Social Security 2100 Act of 2023.” The 108-page bill would expand Social Security’s benefits, with no cuts, and keep the system fiscally strong for decades to…
Read MoreTaking Down RFK Jr. – Michael Morse
By Michael Morse, contributing writer, commentary Robert Kennedy Jr. and Joe Rogan had a great conversation last week, some forty million people listened, among them, Elon Musk and Peter Hotez. Elon needs no introduction, Hotez is a familiar face, if you watch cable news. His appearances on MSNBC, CNN and the networks, to advocate for…
Read MoreIn the News… June 24, 2023
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY The RI Children’s Chorus is auditioning for new singers, grades 2-12. Richildrenschorus.org Taunton Mayor’s daughter, 18, has been found safe in Ohio, after walking away from a treatment facility Steamship Authority has had to cut the last trip of the day from Nantucket and freight schedule from Martha’s Vineyard, due to…
Read MoreYour Rhode Island Government Owner’s Manual
The 2023-2024 Rhode Island Government Owner’s Manual is now available. It is available in “hard copy” by picking one up at the RI Department of State Public Information Division in Room 38 of the State House during business hours. While it is late as the legislative session is nearly over, this puts in one place…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Inclusion by exclusion – Mari Nardolillo Dias
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Read More(Updated 4.22) Rhode Island’s runaway race for Congress
who will run – congresssional district 1 in ri
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