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Rhode Island Governor's Role in Constitutional Convention
The 1962 Rhode Island Constitutional Convention discussed the governor’s evolving powers. Research shows Rhode Island moved from a weak 1842 office to a stronger role via 1909 veto, 1912 longer terms, and 1912 borrowing limits. Today the governor wields judicial appointments, department heads, and an executive budget, shaping state governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. F. Murphy
Charles W. Joiner
University of Michigan Law School
R. I
Elmer E
Cornwell, Jr
of Brown University
Rhode Island