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Side of the Rhode: Who's Hot and Who's Not in RI Politics?
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... St. With some polishing, the 1923 building will be a gem (don't let anyoneincluding Paolinoknock it down)! Lincoln Chafee, Angel Taveras, Allan Fung: In 2011, the average unemployment rate for Rhode Island youth ages 16-19 was 29.0 percent. ... Comment?
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Gov's office: options on 38 Studios bonds explored
Gov. Lincoln Chafee's office says it has investigated whether Rhode Island could refinance or reduce debt it owes for its failed investment in Curt Schilling's video game company. Comment?
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See Photos of New Bayside YMCA Addition, Which Opens Soon
... the new facility that is part of the Greater Providence YMCA will be dedicated with a special guest: RI Gov. Lincoln Chafee. "His father dedicated the original building 50 years ago," said Martino of the late former RI governor and senator John ... Comment?
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Bond expert: Defaulting on 38 Studios debt risky
... care," she said. "We didn't have the money for pensions, but we have the money for this?" Democratic Gov. Lincoln Chafee, the current leaders at the EDC and Treasurer Gina Raimondo oppose the idea. Chafee's Director of Administration Richard Licht ... Comment?
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RI ed commissioner's contract renewed for 2 years
... with reporters this week, saying the state has made notable progress under her leadership. Democratic Gov. Lincoln Chafee favored renewing Gist's contract but had not said for how long. On Thursday he said he was pleased that "we have reached an ... Comment?
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... of Education voted today to renew Education Commissioner Deborah Gist's contract. This is a win for Governor Lincoln Chafee who was able to keep the balance between education reform moving forward and keeping controls on the process. Gist will ... Comment?
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Where are Northern Republicans
Hardly anyone noticed when Gov. Lincoln Chafee of Rhode Island, a Republican turned independent, announced he was registering as a Democrat. Comment?
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Should Rhode Island Pay Back "38 Studios" Investors
... the state guaranteed the bonds to finance the risky deal, and now investors want their money back. Governor Lincoln Chafee (D-RI) said, "They are moral obligation bonds, so we have a moral obligation to pay them back. That's the way I feel on behalf ... Comment?
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Chafee, Fung, Taveras announce $2M for youth jobs
Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Providence Mayor Angel Taveras and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung put politics aside Thursday to highlight a $2.1 million program that's providing summer jobs to 1,500 Rhode Island youth. Comment?
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R.I. officials seek amnesty over Schilling deal
... very agency they are trying to help" after a new governor comes in and the political climate changes. Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Carcieri's successor, opposed the loan guarantee in 2010 but has said he did everything he could to help the company succeed ... Comment?
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Protesters Urge R.I. to Default on 38 Studios Debt
... the money. But proposals to default have so far gained no traction in the Statehouse and are opposed by Gov. Lincoln Chafee, an independent, who says the state must honor its debts. The state's Economic Development Corp. board in 2010 approved the ... Comment?
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RI House votes to replace EDC with Commerce Corp.
... bills passed the House with sizeable majorities that could easily override a promised veto by Gov. Lincoln Chafee, a Democrat. The most significant bill would replace the EDC with a new agency called the Rhode Island Commerce Corp. Lawmakers said a ... Comment?
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RI House votes to replace EDCa
... bills passed the House with sizeable majorities that could easily override a promised veto by Gov. Lincoln Chafee, a Democrat. The most significant bill would replace the EDC with a new agency called the Rhode Island Commerce Corp. Lawmakers said a ... Comment?
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EDC officials seek immunity in 38 Studios lawsuit
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... very agency they are trying to help" after a new governor comes in and the political climate changes. Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Carcieri's successor, opposed the loan guarantee in 2010 but has said he did everything he could to help the company succeed ... Comment?
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RI lawmakers still mulling 38 Studios bond default
... not going away. It's going to put pressure on future legislators and budget officers for years to come." Gov. Lincoln Chafee and Treasurer Gina Raimondo oppose defaulting on the loans. Chafee told reporters Tuesday that he isn't swayed by the ... Comment?
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RI lawmakers mull 38 Studios bond default
... last year, leaving the state on the hook for more than $100 million, when interest is factored in. Gov. Lincoln Chafee and Treasurer Gina Raimondo both oppose defaulting on the loans. Chafee spokeswoman Christine Hunsinger said the governor has not ... Comment?
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Ri Gop says state should not pay 38 Studios loans
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... ng to pay the loans. The state is now on the hook for over $100 million in "moral obligation" bonds. Governor Lincoln Chafee and General Treasurer Gina Raimondo have supported paying back the loans. Comment?
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New position to target workers' comp fraud in RI
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Officials in Rhode Island are creating a new position to prosecute fraud in the state's unemployment and workers' compensation program. Gov. Lincoln Chafee says that by targeting misuse of public benefits the state is sending a message that fraud won't be tolerated. Comment?
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Ratings Change: Rhode Island Governor #Rigov
Former Sen. Lincoln Chafee completed his trip across the partisan spectrum when the now-governor of Rhode Island officially switched to the Democratic Party. Comment?
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Labor could hold keys to RI governor's office
... best known politicians eye what's shaping up as the most contentious governor's race in decades. Gov. Lincoln Chafee's switch to the Democratic Party sets up a potential primary matchup with Providence Mayor Angel Taveras and Treasurer Gina ... Comment?
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