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Providence Voters Decide on Global Divestment | Providence News
Providence is about to make history with its first-ever citizen-led ballot question, asking voters whether the city should divest from foreign governments and companies tied to severe human rights abuses — including ethnic cleansing, apartheid, and genocide. Though no specific countries are named, activists behind the initiative, Providence for Palestine, have made it clear their target is Israel. The broad wording has sparked debate over which corporations — like Boeing, Chevron, and Google — could be affected, while also igniting passionate local conversations on ethics, global policy, and…
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