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BLM RI PAC & RIBBA Congressional District One Debate to Air Statewide on Cox and Verizon Channels

 

Providence RI- BLM RI PAC and RIBBA are pleased to announce the broadcast of the highly anticipated Congressional District One Debate on Cox and Verizon channels. This momentous event provided a dynamic platform for candidates to engage in substantive discussions on critical issues, including education and criminal justice reform.

 

Broadcast Schedule:

 

Cox Channel 13 / Verizon Channel 32:

  • Saturdays, August 26th and September 2nd at 3 PM
  • Sundays, August 27th and September 3rd at 2 PM

 

Providence & North Providence Cox Channel 18 / Verizon Channel 38:

  • Monday, August 28th at 8 PM
  • Friday, September 1st at 5 PM
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