Posts Tagged ‘Republican’
Rhode Island congressional, political leaders: seas have changed, and our little boat is so small…
Nancy Thomas, commentary Rhode Island is a spit on the map of the United States. Yet, mainly through the passage of time, and re-election after re-election of our federal delegation, we have considerable “clout” in the Congressional arena. We even have the immediate past Governor as Secretary of Commerce (for now). But, to be clear,…
Read MoreMid-term elections 2022 – local, national updates
This is a developing story and will be updated throughout the day on Wednesday Rhode Island Major races Governor of Rhode Island – Gov. Dan McKee (58% to 39.1%, Ashley Kalus) Congress, District 2 – Seth Magaziner (50.3% to 47%, Allan Fung) Lt. Governor of Rhode Island – Sabina Matos (51% to 43.3%, Aaron Guckian)…
Read MoreWomen 50+ may well control who wins in midterm election, polls say – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Almost three weeks away, and Democrats are scrambling to gear up their get-out-the-vote efforts before the upcoming midterm elections. Can the Democratic party that fights to financially strengthen and expand Social Security, and avoid cuts to funding for Medicare, and put the brakes on skyrocketing prescription costs,…
Read MoreAARP poll: women over 50 to decide control of congress, state capitols – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues It’s just 214 days until the upcoming midterm elections scheduled for Nov. 8, 2022, (Rhode Island’s primary is 167 days away scheduled for Sept. 13, 2022). During the 117th Congress, with a slim majority of 222 Democrats to 212 Republicans, the Democrats control the House chamber. When…
Read MoreCranston’s Ed Brady resigns from Cranston City Council
Edward Brady, Vice Chair of the Cranston City Council, announced his resignation today from the Council and put a post on Facebook to friends and followers: “As we continue navigating through this difficult pandemic, I am grateful as a both a resident and public servant of the City of Cranston. As a community, we have…
Read MoreVoter reform must include accessibility for seniors and persons with disabilities – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues It’s over 540 days until the November 8, 2022 mid-term elections. The clock is ticking, say voter rights advocates, who are gearing up to push back at voting bills they see as restrictive being introduced at multiple state houses. As of March 24, 2021, GOP State legislators,…
Read More100 days. President Biden’s address to Congress – Response by Sen. Tim Scott
Full text of President Biden’s Speech (followed by Tim Scott’s full speech): Madame Speaker. Madame Vice President. No president has ever said those words from this podium, and it’s about time. The First Lady. The Second Gentleman. Mr. Chief Justice. Members of the United States Congress and the Cabinet – and distinguished guests. My fellow…
Read MoreCranston Republican Party elects new leadership team
On Thursday evening, the Cranston Republican City Committee met virtually via Zoom and held its bi-annual reorganization meeting to elect a new slate of executive officers, appoint members to ward committees, and appoint delegates to the State party. The night began with remarks from the outgoing Chairman, Christopher E. Buonanno, who reflected on his years…
Read MoreTo be Black and conservative in a blue state
by Ann Clanton, Contributing Writer, “Speak Up” If Republican financial advisor, Allen Waters, overcomes the insurmountable odds and beats U.S. Senator Jack Reed, D-RI, on November 3rd, he will make history as the first African American to run for the Senate and go to the upper chamber from Rhode Island. He is the first to…
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