Rhode Island Politics Newswire

Jimmy Carter came to Rhode Island in 1975 for Allman Brothers concert

Former President Carter's legacy extends into Southern New England. As part of his presidential campaign in 1975, Carter came to Rhode Island where he introduced the Allman Brothers Band, who were playing a benefit concert for him at the Providence …

Gallery: President Jimmy Carter visits Rhode Island

On Jimmy Carter’s Deep and Historic Connection With Musicians: Why He Is Remembered as the ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll President’

A young Jimmy Carter was no stranger to gospel music growing up in the small rural town of Plains, Georgia during the ’20s and early ’30’. He heard it sung by Black tenant farmers working on his father’s land. He heard it too during 24-hour gospel sings …

Jimmy Carter dies at 100. Here’s our look at his four presidential campaigns in New Jersey

Former President Jimmy Carter, who spent four years in the White House and an extraordinary four decades as a global humanitarian, died today.  He was 100. When Carter sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 1976, he was an unlikely contender in a …

Akeem Cunningham Appointed President of the Urban League of Essex County Young Professionals

Akeem Cunningham Appointed President of the Urban League of Essex County Young Professionals   East Orange, NJ — The Urban League of Essex County Young Professionals (ULECYP) is proud to announce Akeem Cunningham as its new President. A lifelong East …

Looking Back and Forward in This Political New Year – “The Sunday Political Brunch”

Sunday, December 29, 2024 Mark Curtis, MINDSETTER™   View Larger + President-elect Donald Trump PHOTO: Presidential Debate What a year it was in politics in 2024, and what a year it will be in 2025. Pretty much all of it was framed by the return of former …

Unseen pictures of Joe and Hunter Biden in China raise fresh questions for president about son's businesses

Previously unseen photos of Joe and Hunter Biden meeting with both Chinese President Xi Jinping and many of Hunter's business partners has put new heat on the troubled First Son.  Joe Biden and his oldest living child have dominated the news cycles …

Watch: Train dashcam footage shows lead-up to collision with fire truck in Florida

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Watch: Train dashcam footage shows lead-up to collision with fire truck in Florida 00:25 UP NEXT Biden on death of Jimmy Carter: America 'lost a remarkable …

Rhode Island Report’s most compelling podcasts of 2024

Lighter topics ranged from performance art and soda pop, to clam cakes and frozen lemonade, golf, soccer, running on Providence streets and cycling across Rhode Island. Get Rhode Map A weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island reporters, focused on the …

What those who volunteered with Jimmy Carter for Habitat for Humanity say about him

President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at 100, is leaving an enduring legacy in one of the causes he spent decades working on and cherished most, according to those who volunteered with him. Carter and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, had been "been …

Rhode Island College president stresses the importance of a college education

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — As many families make their decision about where to send their kids to college, or whether to send them at all, the Rhode Island College president is urging families to consider his institution, which he says might not break the …

Readers sound off on aging politicians, N.Y.’s third football team and proselytizing in Israel

Our rules should prevent a geriatric leadership Brooklyn: More than ever, it is apparent that we need term and age limits in our government. There are presently 20 members of Congress at the age of 80 or older. Many of them hold powerful positions on their …

‘He opened the doors for women and people of color,’ Margaret McKenna reflects on working with Jimmy Carter

Lawyer and educator Margaret McKenna had a special relationship with Jimmy Carter, having served as a White House deputy counsel during the early years of his administration, and later as Deputy Under Secretary of Education. McKenna remembers Carter’s …

RI lawmakers prepare to return to the Statehouse

Rhode Island lawmakers will face a tougher fiscal climate when a new legislative session begins on Jan. 7 — with a looming deficit of about $300 million for the next fiscal year. The state has enjoyed a string of consecutive surpluses in recent years, …

Local officials react to death of Jimmy Carter

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Officials have been releasing their reactions to the death of former President Jimmy Carter. Sen. Jack Reed said that Carter and his late wife Rosalyn were “champions for human rights, peace, and democracy:” From the Naval Academy …

'I can't go on like this': US asks what's next for healthcare

Special education teacher Robin Ginkel has spent almost two years fighting with her insurance company to try to get it to pay for back surgery that her doctors recommended after a work injury left her with a herniated disc and debilitating pain. The plan …

Russia Making Military Advances As Ukraine Insists On “Christmas” Propaganda While Refusing To Negotiate

Support SouthFront Click to see the full-size image Written by Uriel Araujo, PhD, anthropology researcher with a focus on international and ethnic conflicts A recent Newsweek story comments on the advances Russia has made across the border of the Moscow- …

Hempfield vs Middletown

WGAL 8 Brain Busters: Hempfield vs Middletown Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 12:00 PM EST Dec 29, 2024 Today we have Hempfield High School and Middletown High School ready to face off in an exciting challenge here on WGAL eight …

Minimum wage goes up in 4 New England states Jan. 1 (and NH isn’t one of them)

The minimum wage will go up in 21 states, including four in New England, on Jan. 1. Graphic/Economic Policy Institute NASHUA, NH – Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island and Connecticut are among 21 states that will increase their minimum wage on Jan. 1 – paying …

Investornomy Founder Dr. Linda Pajoel Joins 100 Women in Finance

A global community of top female leaders committed to advancing diversity and gender equity in the finance industry. ONTARIO, CANADA, December 30, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Linda Pajoel, esteemed founder of Investornomy and a recognized …

Maury Blackman Advocates for Urgent H-1B Visa Reform to Strengthen America’s Innovation Economy

Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor calls for bipartisan action to retain global talent and secure U.S. leadership in innovation. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 29, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maury Blackman, a seasoned …

Todd 'TJ' Stein Announces Candidacy for District Leader in AD76, Part A

Todd “TJ” Stein, a lifelong resident of the Upper East Side, has officially declared his candidacy for District Leader in Assembly District 76 (AD76), Part A. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, December 28, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a third- …

Jim Garcia Publishes Hidden Metro Bond Documents for The Meadows Castle Rock CO

Jim Garcia Publishes Hidden Legal Metro Bond Documents for The Meadows Castle Rock CO, which outlines $1b in Property Taxes for a $57m Infrastructure Project. CASTLE ROCK, CO, UNITED STATES, December 28, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since 1991 tax …

Reinventing Cooling: How the AIM Act is Transforming the Future of HVAC-R

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AIM Act phases down HFCs, which are commonly used as refrigerants in air conditioning and refrigeration systems, reducing greenhouse gases. It pushes the HVAC-R industry …

Broken Arrow School Board Candidate Announces Public Meet and Greet

Broken Arrow School Board Zone 5 candidate Dr. Kate Williams will be hosting a meet and greet on January 2 at West by Laurannae. Free and open to the public. BROKEN ARROW, OK, UNITED STATES, December 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Kate …

Dr. Natasha Weems Interviews Dr. K.A. Paul His Mission to Unite World Leaders and Save Humanity: Preventing WW III

Global Leaders and Changemakers Come Together in Los Angeles for Peace Summit LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. K.A. Paul’s Mission to Unite World Leaders and Save Humanity: Preventing World War III …

OSCE supports co-operation between Georgia and Armenia on Climate Change and Landscape Fire Management

The OSCE in partnership with the thinktank adelphi has recently published a strategy paper aiming to foster cross-border co-operation between Georgia and Armenia in tackling climate-related security risks, improving landscape fire management, and reducing …

Part Two of Podcast Series on Women Business Leaders Navigating the Challenges of Running a Family Business

Episode Features Women Executives from Aggregate Resources and Blazer Industries Now Available on Spotify WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 26, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building trust fast and managing new leadership transitions are some …

Statement of the OSCE Mission to BiH following the femicide in Ključ

Sarajevo, 27 December 2024 - We are saddened by another case of femicide, which occurred in Ključ yesterday. Deplorably, again a weapon was used to commit a crime. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the victim's family and friends. We are once …

Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board Certifications Added to Texas Licensing in Landmark Vote

The state of Texas has taken a major step in supporting access to high quality care for families by adding the QABA certifications to its licensing AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 26, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The state of Texas has taken a …

Nj Ayuk praises Azule Energy's Strategic Move In Namibia's Energy Industry

SOUTH AFRICA, December 26, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Azule Energy's successful farm-in deal for Block 2914A, which is situated in Namibia's Orange Basin, marks an important turning point in the continent's energy industry. The news …

Libyan Crown Prince HRH Prince Mohammed El Hassan El Rida El Senussi Delivers Independence Day Address

Calls for Unity, Stability, and a Return to Constitutional Monarchy to Secure Libya’s Future LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 26, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the occasion of Libya’s Independence Day, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed El …

Statement of the OSCE Mission to BiH following the Republika Srpska National Assembly conclusions adopted at the 16th ...

Sarajevo, 26 December 2024 - The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina notes with concern over recent developments in the Republika Srpska National Assembly and underscores the importance of upholding the Rule of Law and the constitutional framework of …

Iranian Americans for Liberty Applaud Congressional Efforts to Stop Misuse of U.S. Government Funds by Ineffective NGOs

IAL applauds DOGE for cutting funds to ineffective NGOs that fail to promote democracy and instead strengthen oppressive regimes like Iran's. WASHINGTON, WA, UNITED STATES, December 25, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iranian Americans for …

OSCE advances water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions in Tajikistan with roundtable dialogue

On 20 December 2024, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, organized a one-day roundtable on "Standard Regulatory Requirements for Wastewater Quality Control." This event …

OSCE organizes a series of Trainings of Trainers for government employees on domestic violence prevention and case ...

Between August and December 2024, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, in collaboration with the Committee for Women and Family Affairs (CWFA) of the Government of Tajikistan, conducted a series of three-day training sessions for trainers throughout the …

Robust Presales for HHSE Book on Trump Temporarily Shuts Down Amazon Orders

Hannover House working to resolve issue so that Amazon preorders may resume Hannover House, Inc. (OTCMKTS:HHSE) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 24, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new book on the Trump presidential campaign from Hannover …

Alona Lebedieva: The Restructuring of Ukrzaliznytsia’s Debts as a Mirror of Its Problems

KYIV, UKRAINE, December 24, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Ukrzaliznytsia” has appealed to creditors for the second time since the start of the full-scale war, requesting to postpone from 2025 to 2026 the payment of interest on Eurobonds issued in …

Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation Urges States to Take Legal Action Under Article V

More Than $36 Trillion in Runaway Debt Demands Immediate Action to Restore Fiscal Sanity WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 24, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation (FFSF) chair and former Comptroller …