Beyond the Ordinary: Blog

On October 14, 2025, the Special Legislative Commission to Study Educational Outcomes for Children in State Care convened; marking a pivotal moment for youth whose lives too often navigate systems that don’t fully support them. The meeting, broadcast by Capitol TV RI, provides a transparent stage for meaningful policy conversation. (Capitol TV)

In Providence, conversations about housing affordability often point toward those with the least resources but a growing body of evidence shows that even middle-income workers are being priced out of the city they serve. My recent Providence Journal piece underscored this reality, revealing how families once considered stable are now facing unprecedented financial strain due to rising housing costs.