To the editor:
I was appalled by a picture on page 2 of the Providence Journal of Aug. 12, showing our town manager and one of our town council members (complete with what appears to be a 35mm …
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8/25/20
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The Town of Barrington is deeply troubled by the racial overtones of a recent physical altercation on Rumstick Drive. This type of behavior is abhorrent and should not be tolerated …
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8/14/20
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I’ve been wondering lately about the true meanings of two works in our English language. The first word is “freedom,” and the second is “discipline.”
The present …
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8/14/20
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We have been quick to criticize National Grid's response to power outages during prior storms. So it is only fair that we praise the company's effort last week.
The tropical storm — it had …
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8/14/20
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To the editor:
All around Barrington there are signs expressing positive messages that many of us appreciate. Some of them say “Hate has no Home here.” Unfortunately, many recent …
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8/14/20
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To the editor:
As some might remember, Beirut, Lebanon was on the news for the war that engulfed the country in the mid-seventies. The people and the country suffered severe losses throughout …
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8/14/20
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The Bristol Phoenix (July 30) was replete with letters from various citizens. To see so many Bristolians express their views is indeed encouraging, as it demonstrates a keen interest in local and …
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8/14/20
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In the current spirit of examining monuments representing the shameful aspects of American history, I think Rhode Island should widen its scope and revisit the celebration of VJ Day, which is …
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8/13/20
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I’m a lifelong Democrat who voted for Gina Raimondo in the last election, and while I generally approve of her job performance and how she has handled the Coronavirus outbreak, her recent …
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8/13/20
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Last week I was labeled a bully in this paper by Tom Carroll, self-proclaimed co-founder of the “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” and current chairman of the Republican Town Committee. …
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8/13/20
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To the editor:
Every day 100 Americans are shot and killed.
Read that again.
Every single day we lose 100 Americans to preventable gun violence. That is 100 Americans too many. And yet …
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7/18/20
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To the editor:
Over the past months I have become increasingly alarmed by the hyper-partisan nature of American politics. Before the advent of COVID 19, political views felt extremist and …
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7/17/20
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The recent call to examine the Police Bill of Rights is a good thing. Yet, in some instances specific proposals are short-sighted. Take the argument to give police chiefs more rights to suspend or …
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By Arlene Violet
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7/17/20
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To the editor:
I want to thank everyone for sharing their thoughts and voices about flying a rainbow flag - or any other - along with the stars and stripes on town property. I have to say I am …
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7/17/20
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I would like to answer a letter placed in the Bristol Phoenix on July 9 by Lisa Peterson ( Who are these ‘Citizens’? Bristol voters deserve answers ).
We rent the VFW building to a …
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7/16/20
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America has lot its way.
No other country has sacrificed or legislated or spent more than America to foster equality. In spite of this, America is locked in a modern-day civil war.
The …
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7/15/20
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To the editor:
In response to Mr. Rimoshytus , I absolutely disagree that cutting the school budget would make any sense given the uncertainties and costs of reopening the schools. We do not yet …
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7/3/20
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To the editor:
The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations is considering dropping the “and Providence Plantations” part of its name. I grew up in Barrington, an almost …
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7/2/20
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Peter Hewett’s letter in the June 18 Phoenix (“Of Course black lives matter ….”), and other recent related events, compel a rational, factual response.
Mr. Hewett …
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7/2/20
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In response to the Black Lives Matter march and flag flying over Town Hall, a new group, Bristol County Concerned Citizens (BCCC), has petitioned to march to promote “traditional American …
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7/2/20
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To the editor:
I’ve lived in Barrington for 19 years and I’ve never understood why all the streets in neighborhoods closest to beach access have No Parking signs on every utility …
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7/2/20
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I read with great interest in last week’s Phoenix about a new organization called “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” and then paused in astonishment at the blatant …
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7/2/20
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I read with both admiration and dismay about the new group calling themselves, “ Bristol County Concerned Citizens. ” I admire their passion and desire to honor first-responders with a …
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7/1/20
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To the editor:
For the past month, I have thoroughly enjoyed driving through town and seeing the vibrant colors of the Pride flag flying along with our nation’s flag. During a time when even …
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7/1/20
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To the editor:
To the Barrington Town Council: The Barrington United Veterans Council would like to express its opposition to the Town Council's recent decision to fly an unsanctioned …
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6/30/20
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