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Multimillion Dollar Contract Shows Why More Transparency Needed

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Multimillion Dollar Contract Shows Why More Transparency Needed

“No Rhode Islander should feel good about what they read in this report. The Governor and every elected official are stewards of the taxpayer’s resources. That is why state contracts should be awarded to vendors who provide the best service to the people of the state, not to the politically connected."

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