Providence Mayor Institutes New Flag Policy After Raising of Palestinian Flag

Providence mayor institutes new flag policy after raising of Palestinian flag

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) –Providence Mayor Brett Smiley signed an executive order that established an official city policy for the flags that can and cannot be flown after the raising of the Palestinian flag above City Hall on May 16. The Rhode Island Coalition for Israel filed a formal complaint with the city over the raising. The flag was raised by the City Council at the request of a Palestinian constituents. However, not every member of the c…

Providence Mayor Smiley signs new flag order after Palestinian flag raising

The Palestinian flag flies at Providence City Hall. A move that sparked controversy and tension in the city. (WJAR){ }