Tag: Pew Research Center
Here’s why third parties perform best in the Northeast
A majority of Americans say they are “frustrated” or “angry” – or both – with Republicans and Democrats, according to the Pew Research Center....
How Trump-era work requirements could impact people who receive public benefits
The Trump administration made work requirements for people with low incomes receiving government assistance a priority in 2025.
The departments of Health and Human Services,...
Cellphone bans in class are going statewide
When Nathaniel Greene Middle School in Providence started using special pouches to lock students’ cellphones during the school day, teachers noticed a dramatic change.
“The...
Bill would require tech companies to design social media platforms to...
PROVIDENCE – Senate Majority Leader Valarie J. Lawson, D-East Providence, and Rep. Megan L. Cotter, D-Exeter, have introduced legislation to require social media platforms,...
Five Questions With: Deborah Gonzalez
Deborah Gonzalez | Director, Roger Williams University School of Law Immigration Clinic
1. Have the policies implemented by the Trump administration been what you...
PBN summit: Diversity, equity and inclusion in workplaces may face big...
WARWICK – Proponents of diversity, equity and inclusion policies in the private sector fear a simmering pushback to their work could be accelerating, putting...
Kerry LaPlante
PBN Leaders & Achievers 2024 Awards
Kerry LaPlante | University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy | Dean
AT 16 YEARS OLD, Kerry LaPlante already...
Despite earning more degrees, Latinos still see pay disparities
Marcela Betancur says many Latinos find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to higher education.
After all, a large percentage of college-age Latinos in...
Bill would require R.I. gun owners to lock firearms when not...
PROVIDENCE (AP) – The Rhode Island Senate approved a bill that would require all firearms, when not being used by the owner or another...
Activists won’t abandon payday lending fight
It has not been a lucky year for Georgina Paulino. The Westerly resident’s partner was injured and is out of work. The care of...
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