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NE VIRTUAL PRESS CONFERENCE: Alternatives to New England’s Energy Affordability Crisis

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Energy isn’t optional! It is the backbone of family life, affordable living, and a functioning economy. Join us for a virtual press conference with energy researchers examining how New England can meet rising demand without sacrificing reliability or affordability. The discussion will focus on realistic choices that keep the lights on and costs under control. Watch it here.

Stenhouse & Senator Zurier Discuss Whether “Act On Climate” Energy Commission He Chairs Should Recommend a More Realistic Energy Strategy for RI #InTheDugout – January 12, 2026

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Given longstanding concerns about affordability of our electric bills along with the dramatical shift in the federal government’s energy approach, are RI’s “net zero’ policies now obsolete? Mike Stenhouse challenges the Senate Commission Chair to maintain an open mind towards less costly and more reliable sources of electricity.

DAILY SIGNAL: Tale of the Twin Cities: George Floyd vs. ICE-Involved Shooting

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It took less than 48 hours for protesters to begin burning the city of Minneapolis after the killing of George Floyd in May 2020. Law enforcement struggled to control protests as demonstrators set a local police station on fire, looted businesses, and left parts of the city covered in graffiti. Five-and-a-half years later, Americans wonder […]

Triggered by Justice: Minneapolis Myths, Real Criminals & the End of Accountability- #SPLITTINTHEATOM – January 8, 2025

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#SplittinTheAtom with Jen Brien is Rhode Island’s newest must-watch podcast — where politics and wild headlines collide. Hosted by beloved media personality Jen Brien, each episode dives into the crazy, weird, and offbeat corners of the news with sharp wit and fearless questions. From State House secrets to bizarre global headlines, this show isn’t about nothing — it’s about everything. Tune in weekly and discover why curiosity has never been this entertaining.

Public Comes to the Rescue at Warwick City Council meeting

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The following was extracted from an “X” post by Ken Block, who was just named GoLocalProv’s “Man of the Year” **** Oh, Warwick! Warwick’s dysfunctional government has been a hot-button topic for me for more than a decade. What happened in Warwick this week was horrifying and clearly illustrates why the city’s government is so […]

Silenced in Scrubs: Medicine, Censorship, and the Fight for Free Speech #InTheDugout – January 7, 2026

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What happens when a doctor questions the narrative—and the institution pushes back? Pediatrician and former Washington State University professor Dr. Renata Moon joins In the Dugout to break down her lawsuit against WSU, a case that could redefine academic freedom and free speech in medicine.

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope and Michael Casey #InTheDugout – January 6, 2026

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Michael Casey, founder of Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope, shares how classical Catholic education is forming students in faith, virtue, and joy. The conversation explores the Academy’s mission to unite academic excellence with deep Catholic formation, confront modern materialism, and prepare young people to live the abundant life promised by Christ. Featuring powerful student stories, insights into the school’s rapid growth, and reflections on generosity and God’s providence.

DAILY SIGNAL: Autopsy on America: 2025’s HUGE Wins and Loses  

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The world changed forever in 2025. President Donald Trump returned to the White House and immediately began implementing his “America First” agenda, including closing the southern border and removing woke policies from every corner of the government. On the international stage, Trump took an active role in ending multiple wars and conflicts, including bombing three […]

From Capitol Doors to Presidential Pardon: The Jon Mellis Story – #SPLITTINTHEATOM – December 24, 2025 #SPLITTINTHEATOM – December 24, 2025

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In this episode of Splitting the Atom, Jen Brien sits down with Jon Mellis for a rare, in-depth conversation about the path that led him to January 6—and what most people never hear about that day. Rather than headlines or labels, this discussion focuses on the human story: the beliefs, emotions, and decisions that shaped one of the most talked-about moments in modern American history.

DAILY SIGNAL: Blocking Canada’s Silent Suicide From Creeping Into America 

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Canada has embraced a culture of death. America’s neighbor to the north legalized euthanasia in 2016, and since then, more than 75,000 Canadians haveparticipatedin Canada’s Medical Assistance in Dying program. Canada also has no restrictions on abortion and only considers a baby a human after it passes through the birth canal. In 2021, Canada took […]

The Brown University Shooting: What They Aren’t Telling Us #SPLITTINTHEATOM – December 17, 2025

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In this episode, Jen Brien is joined by reporter Pat Ford to examine what is known—and what remains disturbingly unclear—in the Brown University shooting. Together, they walk through the timeline of events, the status of the investigation, and the unanswered questions surrounding campus safety and law enforcement response.

Remembering Ella Cook — A Bright Light Taken Too Soon – #StenReacts December 16, 2025

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In this deeply moving episode of Sten Reacts, we reflect on the tragic mass shooting that struck Brown University during an economics review session, claiming the lives of two students and injuring nine others. Among those killed was Ella Cook, a passionate conservative activist, vice president of the Brown College Republicans, and beloved voice for her peers. We honor her legacy as a “bright light” — a devoted Christian, fearless advocate for conservative students on an overwhelmingly liberal campus, and someone with a promising future ahead.

DAILY SIGNAL: Kevin Roberts Goes on ‘Offense’ With New Docuseries

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Dr. Kevin Roberts, former university professor and current president of The Heritage Foundation, has launched a new docuseries in anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary titled “The Next Frontier.”  “Today, the Left doesn’t just forget history; they rewrite it,” Roberts says in the trailer that dropped this week. “This is our heritage. This is our fight. This is our America. Join us. Make America beautiful again, by honoring what made us great.”  Today, […]

AN EXCLUSIVE TELL ALL ABOUT ANDY DICK’S OD IN HOLLYWOOD #InTheDugout – December 15, 2025

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In the wake of widespread speculation and misinformation, a firsthand witness comes forward to set the record straight about the Andy Dick overdose. On this episode of #IntheDugout, Mike Stenhouse is joined by Ocean State Current staff member Adam, who was present during the incident and shares his account of what actually happened.

DAILY SIGNAL: Is Jasmine Crockett a Force for GOP to Fear?

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House Speaker Mike Johnson said he was “delighted” when he learned Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, is running for Senate. “I think it’s one of the greatest things that’s happened to the Republican Party in a long, long time,” Johnson, R-La.,said. “I want her to have the largest, loudest microphone that she can every single day, […]

NEED A LAST-MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT? #InTheDugout – December 12, 2025

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Need a last minute Christmas gift? Reminisce with Sten and author JC Roberto about his baseball book for young teens. He grew up in the ballpark, where long summer nights, the rhythm of the game, and watching the Red Sox under the lights at Fenway Park shaped his love for baseball. He joins #InTheDugout to talk about those early experiences, the lessons the game teaches, and how baseball has always felt like home.

The Hypocritical Politics Preventing RI from having Election Integrity or a US Attorney #InTheDugout – December 09, 2025

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In today’s episode, Suzanne Cienki takes on two fights that are shaping federal accountability and Rhode Island politics right now. Federal officials asked every state to turn over full voter roll records. Only four complied right away. About a dozen entered negotiations. Fourteen refused outright, and that refusal has now turned into fifteen active lawsuits around the country.

DAILY SIGNAL: Who Gets to Be an American? Trump Has an Answer  

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President Donald Trump made quite the stir in recent days after declaringhedoes notwant Somalis in the U.S. Somalia“stinks and we don’t want them in our country,”according to thepresident, who added that Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., who isSomali, is “garbage.” Trump’s comments come afternews broke that a fraud scheme among Minnesota’s Somali population cost taxpayers over$1 […]

DAILY SIGNAL: These Democrat Narratives Are a Lame Excuse for an Agenda

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Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of today’s video from Daily Signal Senior Contributor Victor Davis Hanson.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see more of his videos. Hello, this is Victor Davis Hanson, for The Daily Signal. I’d like to talk about Democratic talking points. By that, I mean, these memes, these topics, […]

DAILY SIGNAL: Inside the DOW’s Operations Against Narco-Terrorists and Venezuela

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The big issue in Washington right now is what is the United States trying to get out of ongoing operations around Venezuela?  Very rarely is it the case that the question occupying minds on Capitol Hill and in think tanks is the same one everyday Americans are asking. But what’s happening between America and Venezuela […]

RIDING SHOTGUN WITH CHARLIE COOK PART 2 #SistersInArms — December 02, 2025

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Kerrie Ann Auclair hosts Charlie Cook, host of Riding Shotgun With Charlie and chair of AmCon and GRPC, for an essential conversation on strengthening Second Amendment rights through education and community action.

DAILY SIGNAL: Shoppers Aren’t Buying Trump Economy Panic Narrative

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Americans have a glum view of the economy, but that is not expected to affect their consumer spending as holiday shopping kicks off. According to a recent Fox News survey, 76% of Americans have a negative view of the economy. At the end of President Joe Biden’s term, this number was 70%. Yet, while Americansappear […]

DAILY SIGNAL: America’s Top Concern Heading Into 2026

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The following is a preview of Daily Signal Politics Editor Bradley Devlin’s interview with Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., on “The Signal Sitdown.” The full interview premieres on The Daily Signal’s YouTube page at 6:30 a.m. Eastern on Nov. 27. The 2026 midterms are shaping up to be one of the most consequential midterm elections in […]

Michael G. Riley, Civic Leader and Longtime RI Policy Advocate, Dies at 69

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Michael G. Riley, a prominent board member of the Rhode Island Center for Freedom and Prosperity and a well-known figure in the state’s civic and public-policy circles, died Nov. 20, 2025, with his family at his side. He was 69. Riley’s tenure on the board capped a lifetime defined by intellectual rigor, contrarian spirit, and an unwavering commitment to liberty. Colleagues at the Center remembered him as a forceful thinker whose integrity and curiosity shaped debates and strengthened the organization’s mission.

DAILY SIGNAL: Make Etiquette Great Again: Your Guide to Winning the Holidays

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We’veall been there. Standing at the holiday party with nothing to say to a room full ofwell-dressedstrangers. Or wondering what fork we are supposed to use for the salad. And does it even matter what side of the plate you put your water glass on? Etiquette has become a lost art in much of American […]

Reviving Our Republic: Michael Bedenbaugh Steps Up To The Plate #InTheDugout – November 19, 2025

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Navy vet and civic reformer Michael Bedenbaugh joins Sten to sound the alarm on America’s slipping foundations — and lay out his bold Project 2026 plan to revive our Republic. Big ideas, big energy, and a battle for our future. Don’t miss this Dugout!

Crypto at Bat: Mike Reyes on What’s Next for 2026 #InTheDugout – November 17, 2025

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Tune in! #InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse steps up to the plate with crypto expert Mike Reyes, who’s here to break down the fast-moving CLARITY Act. With markups heating up and final votes expected in early 2026, this bill could finally end “regulation by enforcement” and bring real rules to the digital-asset diamond. If it passes, crypto goes mainstream; if it strikes out in the Senate, momentum could stall deep into next season.

DAILY SIGNAL: Department of War Shake-Up: More Women Enlist as ‘Common Sense’ Replaces Woke

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Woke is out at the Department of War,and higher fitnessstandards areback.Since being sworn in as secretary, Pete Hegsethhas acted to “remov[e] the distractions” from the department, includinggetting rid of “political correctness” and “DEI offices.” “No more dudes in dresses,” Hegseth said during a recent speech, adding, “We are restoring a ruthless, dispassionate, andcommonsenseapplication of standards.” […]

Rebuilding After The Pause #LetsGoLetsGrow – November 13, 2025

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Let’s Go, Let’s Grow is a community-centered podcast that empowers Rhode Islanders with practical financial knowledge and civic awareness. By breaking down current events through a financial lens and exploring real-life economic challenges, we empower families to make well-informed decisions that lay the foundation for generational growth and long-term success.

Rhode Island’s Turning Point with Natalie Davis #InTheDugout – Nov 12, 2025

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#InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse is your front-row seat to the biggest conversations shaping the Ocean State. From politics and policy to culture and community, Sten brings you sharp interviews with the people making headlines and those you need to know. Expect bold opinions, surprising insights, and the stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

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