Pension-fund move to hedge funds a prudent step to security

As states struggle with growing deficits and pension shortfalls, lawmakers and investment commissions are forced to do more with less to make ends meet. Rhode Island’s public-pension challenges will require tough decisions and strong leadership. However, the State Investment Commission took a positive first step recently by approving its first direct investment in hedge funds. More

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