AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoProvidence & State Politics: Brown University’s updated “commitments” to the Narragansett Tribe are drawing pushback from Indigenous Studies faculty, who say the assurances aren’t fully satisfactory. Elections & Governance: A Providence mayoral primary rematch story continues to reverberate nationally after David Morales unseated Brett Smiley, with renewed attention on rent stabilization and local political power shifts. Public Health & Safety: Rhode Island health officials warned after a bat at Roger Williams Park Zoo showed signs of rabies; anyone with contact before Aug. 24 is urged to contact epidemiology for evaluation. Consumer & Competition Policy: Rhode Island became the second state to ban grocery restrictive covenants that can block competitors from taking over former supermarket sites. Maternal Health: A Harris Poll study highlights major gaps in postpartum mental health support, with Rhode Island tied in through the Lindsay Clancy case. Community & Culture: Worcester’s Pride festival drew about 30,000 visitors on a clear, full day—its 51st year—after last year’s weather disruption.
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