The Wild Side #444 6/16/20 - We only refer to The Ocean State as “Rhode Island,” but it’s full name is upsetting several community members because of the association of the word “plantation” with slavery. Governor Raimondo says that the 2020 ballot will include a question asking Rhode Islanders about shortening the name of the state, and says that she’ll consider taking action if the vote doesn’t go her way. Tyler discusses whether the state’s name should change, and whether or not Raimondo threatening to override the vote threatens democracy. Former State Representative Doreen Costa joined Tyler to speak about the 2020 state budget, changing the name of the state, and more. Hit Play |
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