Lesley Bunnell spoke truth to power at Senate hearing on EACA
May 10, 2023

Lesley Bunnell spoke truth to power at Senate hearing on EACA

It was brave, emotional, confrontational, and even managed a happy ending – all in three minutes....

Solitary Confinement Tragedies Expose Flaws in Rhode Island’s Prison System
May 10, 2023

Solitary Confinement Tragedies Expose Flaws in Rhode Island’s Prison System

Three suicides at ACI in Rhode Island spotlight the urgent need for reform in solitary confinement policies....

Meet Governor McKee’s fiscally-irresponsible, anti-democratic Commerce nomination
May 9, 2023

Meet Governor McKee’s fiscally-irresponsible, anti-democratic Commerce nomination

Carol O’Donnell, by her own admission, broke the law and violated the rights of her low-income tenants....

Fascism is here, now. What are we going to do about it?
May 8, 2023

Fascism is here, now. What are we going to do about it?

We can do Reverend Niemöller one better by keeping fascists separate from power. We do this by...

Advocates call on Providence Mayor Smiley to take action on homelessness
May 17, 2023

Advocates call on Providence Mayor Smiley to take action on homelessness

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley has been slow to deal with the crisis of homelessness in the City,...

Smithfield School Committee Meeting Sees Opposition to Proposed Policy Outing Trans Students to Parents
May 3, 2023

Smithfield School Committee Meeting Sees Opposition to Proposed Policy Outing Trans Students to Parents

Over 100 people, including students, attended a Smithfield School Committee meeting to address the proposed policy that...

Rally Against Negligent Providence Landlords Highlights Health Hazards, Calls for Tenant Protections
May 2, 2023

Rally Against Negligent Providence Landlords Highlights Health Hazards, Calls for Tenant Protections

Members and allies of POWR (Providence Organization of Workers and Renters) protested against Providence Apartments LLC, accusing...

Black Lives Matter RI PAC Protests Against Police Officer’s Reinstatement and LEOBoR
May 1, 2023

Black Lives Matter RI PAC Protests Against Police Officer’s Reinstatement and LEOBoR

The Black Lives Matter Rhode Island PAC protested against the reinstatement of a police officer who was...

May is Mental Health Month
May 1, 2023

May is Mental Health Month

Over 100 people crowded the Rhode Island State House on Thursday to kick off the “May is...

Uber and Lyft Drivers Strike in Rhode Island for Better Pay and Working Conditions
April 29, 2023

Uber and Lyft Drivers Strike in Rhode Island for Better Pay and Working Conditions

Ride-sharing drivers for Uber and Lyft went on strike in Rhode Island, protesting low pay and poor...

Once again, Rep Quattrocchi, the RI General Assembly can pass laws on the funding of abortion
April 29, 2023

Once again, Rep Quattrocchi, the RI General Assembly can pass laws on the funding of abortion

“Mr. Speaker, I feel that to vote either way on this is a violation of my oath...

Students march and rally against sexual assault and rape culture
April 29, 2023

Students march and rally against sexual assault and rape culture

Several high school students spoke from the State House steps to a supportive crowd about their experiences...

RI House Passes Equality in Abortion Coverage Act: A Step Towards Equitable Healthcare
April 28, 2023

RI House Passes Equality in Abortion Coverage Act: A Step Towards Equitable Healthcare

The Rhode Island House of Representatives passed the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act (EACA), ensuring Medicaid and...

The Battle for Affordable Utilities: Advocates Rally for Income-Based Payment Plans
April 27, 2023

The Battle for Affordable Utilities: Advocates Rally for Income-Based Payment Plans

Over 75 supporters gathered at the State House to push for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan...

A Step Towards Housing Justice: Rhode Island Expands Legal Aid for Tenants Facing Eviction
April 26, 2023

A Step Towards Housing Justice: Rhode Island Expands Legal Aid for Tenants Facing Eviction

Rhode Island’s House Judiciary Committee considers H-6129, a bill providing legal representation for tenants in eviction proceedings....

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