The state’s case for reform sits on a premise that it had no choice as state finances were so dire that draconian steps could not be avoided. Making a change at this point begs the courts question: “what dire financial situation”.

Now consider this: RI will die financially if we cannot attract more private sector jobs to stabilize declining revenues. You are a business looking to expand. Do you want to trust RI as a place expand jobs? Not with these clowns!