Elorza Delays Talking About School Takeover In Address

(Providence, RI)--Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza's "State of the City" address on Monday drew some attention for perhaps burying the lead of the topic of the city's failing public school system.The state takeover of the Providence district was briefly referenced halfway through the speech.Elorza instead had a progressive "New Providence" theme for his speech, pointing to infrastructure improvements, increased development and fighting climate change.Another topic that was noticeable for only being briefly mentioned was the city's unfunded pension situation.


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