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Anastasia: I'm Just Window Dressing on First Source
Bruce Reilly |  September 07, 2010
Interesting night at the WBNA Candidates Forum tonight.  Amongst the state legislature races, nearly all the crowd questions were directed to the District 9 race between incumbent Anastasia Williams and newcomer Wynnel Wilson.  Anastasia faced two pointed questions regarding her role working…
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Review: ABC6 Providence Mayoral Debate
Dan McGowan |  September 02, 2010
Head versus heart.  That’s what the battle for the corner office at City Hall has come down to.  Read More...

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Revolution Radio, Mondays 4-6pm, Premieres Today!
 |  August 23, 2010
With no lack of Right Wing radio over the frequencies, the time for an alternative voice is long overdue.  Despite corporate control over the mainstream dial, there is a new alternative. Read More...

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Recipe for Grandma's Homemade Corporate Swindle Pie
RIFUTURE |  August 22, 2010
Ingredients: 1.  Large Business, preferably one with a "helpful" image (non-profit that earns millions will do) 2.  Politicians (government) yearning to Make-A-Deal 3.  Tax Credits (government) to Exploit 4.  Government scapegoat (i.e. "government" other than ingredients # 2 and…
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Review: Providence Mayoral Debate V
Dan McGowan |  August 20, 2010
Well, it’s still not as entertaining as Jersey Shore, but the Providence Mayoral race is starting to show signs of life.  In what was likely just a preview of the type of discourse that will take place over the next few weeks, the candidates for Mayor of the capital city finally began to take…
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Get to Know John Lombardi
TQOTE |  August 18, 2010
Get To Know John Lombardi

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LOMBARDI FOR MAYOR CAMPAIGN RAISES OVER $100K IN SIX WEEKS
TQOTE |  August 18, 2010
18 AUGUST 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ramon Martinez, Campaign Manager: (401) 440-9081   LOMBARDI FOR MAYOR CAMPAIGN RAISES OVER $100K IN SIX WEEKS; DONORS, VOTERS LOOKING TO JOHN LOMBARDI TO LEAD PROVIDENCE  PROVIDENCE, RI - Councilman John J. Lombardi, candidate for the Democratic…
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Cicilline v. Truth: Would We Have To Sue Him In Congress Too?
Bruce Reilly |  August 13, 2010
Lame-duck Providence Mayor David Cicilline is using his bully pulpit and prominence as a tactic to win the election for U.S. Congress, in the struggle to replace Rep. Patrick Kennedy.  Considering the high esteem invoked by the Kennedy name in New England, it is a sharp contrast to see Cicilline…
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UFCW Endorse Angel Taveras for Mayor
Pat Crowley |  July 26, 2010
Wow.  Big news from the Taveras campaign this afternoon.  Angel scores the coveted UFCW endorsement.  This is big news because the UFCW is a major player in labor politics and as a private sector powerhouse will give Angel an edge in seeking other labor endorsements.   Read More...

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4 Must Click Political Links to Round Out a Busy Week
Pat Crowley |  July 02, 2010
As we end a busy week in Rhode Island Politics here are some important links for your long weekend: Check out my appearance on WRNI’s Political Round Table with Host Ian Donnis; Read More...

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Joanne Giannini to Retire - Support Maria Cimini
Brian Hull |  July 02, 2010
I'm getting word that State Representative Joanne Giannini will not be running for reelection.  Giannini currently represents District 7, the Mount Pleasant and Elmhurst neighborhoods in Providence.  She was first elected to the State House in 1994, and has been serving since.  She is…
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Polluting Waterfront Lobby Dredges Up Mud to Sling
Russ Conway |  June 28, 2010
Projo reports today on what can only be categorized as a desperate, last ditch attempt by industry lobbyists to derail the rezoning of the hospital adjacent section of Allens Avenue.  An attorney for the legacy industrial special interests (euphemistically called “opponents of the project” in…
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John J. Lombardi Issues Statement on Providence Public Schools Remaining Open on Jewish Holidays
TQOTE |  June 17, 2010
The policy of keeping Providence Public Schools open during the observance of religious obligations is a controversy that, unless placed in the proper context, could fragment our communities, generate apprehension due to misunderstandings and misperceptions, result in cynicism, and marginalize the connections…
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Cuban Revolution Hosts Fundraiser for Arts & Education
TQOTE |  June 10, 2010
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Councilman Lombardi Issues Statement on Operation Deception
TQOTE |  June 10, 2010
Providence Democratic Mayoral candidate John J. Lombardi released the following statement in response to this week’s arrests in Operation Deception: "I am disappointed and deeply saddened to learn the indictment of a fourth Providence Police Officer as part of Operation Deception. The people of Providence…
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Some RIGOP members aren't so bad...
Brian Hull |  May 27, 2010
As the labor dispute at the Westin Hotel rages on, a decision was made by the RIGOP to hold its State Central Committee meeting at the Westin, thereby forcing Republicans to cross the picket line (a deliberate, yet poorly calculated display of anti-union activism).  This decision is…
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Rhode Island Democratic Party and Rhode Island Young Democrats Support Westin Workers
Brian Hull |  May 26, 2010
This is a huge victory for the Westin workers.  Ed Pacheco, new Chairman of the Rhode Island Democratic Party comes out in support of the Westin workers.  This signifies a stark contrast to the RIGOP who have come out in support of the Westin management and all the labor violations and corporate…
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TODAY @ 4:30 - Support Affordable Heath Care & Worker Rights at the Westin!!!
Brian Hull |  May 21, 2010
The Westin Hotel in Providence unilaterally imposed a twenty percent reduction in wages for all their workers. They also tripled employees' health insurance costs and significantly reduced employees' sick days, vacations, and holidays.  A boycott of the Westin Hotel was called on March 18th.…
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TONIGHT: Angel Taveras Hosts Community Meeting on Future of Providence's Schools
Matt Jerzyk |  May 20, 2010
When you think of the future of our city, it’s hard to think of many things more important than our public schools. That’s why Democratic Mayoral candidate Angel Taveras wants YOUR ideas on how to improve public education here in Providence! Read More...

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Taveras Campaign Calls for Community Meeting: Thursday, May 20th
toby_shepherd |  May 17, 2010
When you think of the future of Providence, it's hard to think of many things more important than our public schools. That's why Democratic Mayoral candidate Angel Taveras wants YOUR ideas on how to improve public education here in Providence!  Join the Taveras campaign's first Community Meeting…
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