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Republican Candidate Carson Threatens to Leave Party

VOA News WASHINGTON, DC—U.S. presidential candidate Ben Carson threatened Friday to leave the Republican Party if there are signs that the nomination process is being manipulated. The retired neurosurgeon criticized party leaders following a published report that senior Republicans have privately met to discuss a «brokered convention.» The two main parties select their presidential candidates […]readmore

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Extra Round Providence mayoral debate

  Providence, Rhode Island– The hour-long radio debate between candidates Michael Solomon and Jorge Elorza  was held at the LPR’s studios in Cranston and hosted by LPR’s moderator, Dr. Pablo Rodriguez, MD and Wendy Schiller, professor of Political Science and Public Policy at Brown University                       […]readmore

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Ward 9 Democratic City Committee Unanimously Endorses Michael Solomon for

PROVIDENCE, RI – The Ward 9 Democratic City Committee announced its endorsement of Michael Solomon for Mayor of Providence today. At a meeting last night, the Committee considered each of the four declared democratic candidates for Mayor and voted unanimously to endorse Solomon. The Committee represents Providence’s Washington Park and Elmwood neighborhoods. “Michael has the […]readmore

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Central Falls Mayor James Diossa Delivered FY2015 Budget Address

Mayor Diossa proposes Central Falls is a comeback city due to tax relief, fiscal responsibility and strategic investments Central Falls, RI - On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 6:00 p.m., Central Falls Mayor James A. Diossa delivered his Fiscal Year 2015 Budget Address to Central Falls City Council members and residents of Central Falls. "Together […]readmore

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Elorza Campaign Gains Momentum with New Additions

Providence, RI – As the campaign season picks up momentum, so too has Jorge Elorza’s run for Mayor of Providence. He announced this week several new additions to his campaign team, including five prominent co-chairs. The new hires include Field Director Kristina Fox, Deputy Field Director Charon Rose, and Communications Director John Taraborelli. “We are […]readmore

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IATSE Local 23 Endorses Michael Solomon for Mayor of Providence

PROVIDENCE, RI - Local 23 of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, AFL-CIO announced its endorsement for Michael Solomon for Mayor of Providence today. This is the 3rd union endorsement for Solomon including the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades and the 16-member Rhode Island Building and Construction Trades Council. “We believe that […]readmore

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Correctional Officers Union Endorses Frank Caprio for Treasurer

The Rhode Island Brotherhood of Correctional Officers (RIBCO) today announced their endorsement of Frank Caprio for Treasurer of Rhode Island. «The hard-working men and women in our union are excited to support Frank in his comeback bid for the Treasurer’s office,» said RIBCO President Richard Ferruccio. «Frank will be a strong voice for middle class […]readmore

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Elorza Releases Equity in Business Opportunity Plan, Calls for Increase

To fulfill Providence’s goal of having 10% participation in city contracts by Women and Minority Business Enterprises (WMBEs), Democratic Mayoral Candidate Jorge Elorza announced his plan to increase the percentage of women and minority business enterprises that do business with the city. Maria Takuma, who owns Harmony Design and Construction said the following of Elorza’s […]readmore