Rhode Island
The fierce debate over Rhode Island Independence Day
You’ve probably heard by now that the Independent Man statue is back at the State House, and looking shinier than ever. Just in time for Rhode Island Independence Day, which is Saturday. Sort of.
Its true that on May 4, 1776, Rhode Island renounced its allegiance to King George III. So theres something worth celebrating. As historian Patrick Conleyhas written, it should probably be called Rho… [+1846 chars]
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