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Progress Report: RI Is Most Democratic But Not So Liberal; RISC Dumps Don Carcieri; Gamblers Need New Casino

Progress Report: RI Is Most Democratic But Not So Liberal; RISC Dumps Don Carcieri; Gamblers Need New Casino

By Bob Plain on August 6, 2012

We may be the most bluest state, according to a new study done by Gallup, but keep in mind that distinction doesn’t mean any more than the D after Jon Brien or Doc Corvese’s name on the ballot. Especially in the northern parts of the state, Rhode Islanders will instinctively vote for Democrats, even if [...]

Posted in RI Progress Report | Tagged allen west, Democrats, Don Carcieri, riley, risc | Leave a response

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Chick-fil-A Supporter Allen West Comes to RI

By Bob Plain on August 3, 2012

Let’s hope that when hate-spewing Allen West, a Florida congressman known for his intolerance, comes to the Ocean State for a 1,000-per-person GOP fundraiser on Saturday, he doesn’t threaten to open a Chick-fil-A, like he did on a recent trip to Chicago. Yep, Rhode Island Republicans cordially invite the Chick-fil-A’s favorite congressman to the Ocean [...]

Posted in Congress | Tagged allen west, Brendan Doherty, chick-fil-a, Republicans | 17 Responses

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  • davidc: I also see Gist representing not the status quo but a change.  She was brought here to be a change agent and...
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