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RI Future

Brian Hull | July 10, 2010

I am in the process of getting a mobile app created for the RI Future blog. I need your help to raise some funds to pay for development of the app because it isn't cheap. The app will allow for much easier reading and commenting when using a mobile device to view the RI Future blog, and will…

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Netroots Nation wants RI Future's blogger in Vegas

Brian Hull | July 02, 2010

Our very own Bruce Reilly has the opportunity to head out to Netroots Nation in Vegas from July 22-25. Democracy for America has even offered to put him up in a hotel while in Vegas. But he needs our help to get there. Read More...

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Yes, it's true - I'm selling the RI Future blog

Brian Hull | June 22, 2010

I wanted to give Ian Donnis over at WRNI the scoop, but yes, I have decided to sell the blog. Read More...

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My Interview with Jeff Santos

Brian Hull | June 18, 2010

I was interviewed yesterday on the Jeff Santos Show on Revolution Boston - AM 1510, a left leaning / Progressive radio show. They asked me about the 2010 Gubernatorial election, the Primary election, how Massachusetts and Connecticut affects Rhode Island, and the Warwick intermodal station.…
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The Journal Can Learn From Blogs

Dan McGowan | June 01, 2010

The long walk from my mother’s basement was extra-laborious Sunday morning. I must have been hung over or exhausted from an all night World of Warcraft session, but the internet was out, which meant the only way to read the Journal was to either make the trek upstairs and grab it or wait…
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How is RIF information being used?

oslib | June 01, 2010

I asked Matt Jerzyk if Rhode Island Future was a source of email lists he was reported in the Providence Journal as selling to political campaigns. In response, he essentially insulted me, failed to answer and told me to stay on topic - which was apparently his 4 year old,…
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Kucinich at recent Town Hall on Our Future

Robert Malin | May 04, 2010

Congressman Kucinich on what we do as a nation and what it says about who we are as a people. Ties in nicely with many of the posts on progressivism, our approach to the Green Economy and the Unity Rally. Read More...

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MAY 1 UNITY DAY RALLY - 3 PM - Time for Action

Robert Malin | April 30, 2010

Update by Robert: Thanks to Ocean State Action's Peter Asen the Unity Rally got a plug at the annual Earth Day Breakfast of Champions that was loaded with progressive enviornmental politicians and activists. Will they join the rest of the progressive movement at the rally? Time will tell- and the time…
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The greatest luxury

Pat Crowley | April 17, 2010

Not to be out done by Russ, who dug out from the memory banks one of the seminal readings in my development, I offer you another: I still have the hard copy of this essay from The Nation in my files and have been waiting for a reason to share it. Read More...

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The New Rhode Island's Future Events Calendar!

Brian Hull | April 12, 2010

Some observant readers may have noticed already, but in the left-side men column there is a link to Rhode Island Future's Events Calendar. What has been lacking in the state is a comprehensive clearinghouse of information on ALL the activist and political events occurring around the state, and…
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Friday: RI Blogosphere Hang-Out

David Segal | March 17, 2010

GC:PVD is taking the lead on a random RI blogosphere hang-out sesh, this Friday. Come hang out! Impromptu blog meet-up at the Skating Center this Friday (03/19) at 5pm. We’ll be there enjoying the Beer/Wine Pavilion, all of our fans are welcome to join.

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Progressive values undermine the concept of "family"

DonRoach | March 17, 2010

Cross-posted on my blog - Don Roach On Tuesday, Brian Hull wrote a post titled “Stand up for women’s reproductive rights” where he called on voters to oppose or support proposed legislation at the Rhode Island General Assembly dealing with abortion issues. As noted by previous postings this past…
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felíz día de San Patricio

RIFUTURE | March 17, 2010

For the Great Gaels of Ireland are the man that God made mad, for all their wars are merry and all their songs are sad.

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In search of committed intern

Brian Hull | March 08, 2010

I'm looking for an intern (or two) to do some research for some upcoming feature stories on the RI Future blog. Experience with Microsoft Excel is a must. Send an email with current resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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RI Foreclosures

crmichaels | February 18, 2010

I presently am engaged -"very heavily in fact" in the current foreclosure crisis our little State of Rhode Isna d and other States are facing. I'm in contact with numerous attorneys on a daily basis. From Mass to RI to Florida, they all have their tactics and goals for helping homeowners. I'm educating…
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"On Assignment"

Brian Hull | February 07, 2010

I wanted to give everyone a head’s up that I’m "on assignment" in Florida receiving some intensive endurance training. I will not be blogging this week and will return next Sunday.

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Vote for RI Future

Brian Hull | February 02, 2010

The Providence Phoenix is having its annual "Best of..." nomination contest. Vote for RI Future.org as Best Blog. Read More...

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Good News on paying for health care reform? Union yes!

Pat Crowley | January 12, 2010

Sounds like there may be good news developing out of DC on the health insurance reform: WASHINGTON (AP) -- House and Senate negotiators working on President Barack Obama's health overhaul bill appear likely to drop a proposed income tax increase on high-wage earners and possibly jettison a requirement…
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2009 – A Year in Review

Brian Hull | December 31, 2009

It’s been a fun year, hasn’t it… On behalf of RI Future, I personally want to wish everyone a happy, healthy, and propserous new year. While 2010 is sure to be just as exciting, here are the top nine political stories for 2009, RI Future style. Governor Carcieri threatens a government…

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Welcome to RI Future 3.0

Brian Hull | December 04, 2009

Update: If you'd like to keep receiving our RSS feed, click here. For some important "How To" info, click here. Read More...

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