Politics & Elections
Election 2026 coverage
School teacher Geena Pham announces Senate District 3 run
“At the start of each day, I say the pledge of allegiance with my students. We promise them ‘liberty and justice for all’ but we fail to deliver,” said Geena Pham. “I am running because I see my students graduating into a world where everyday people struggle to afford housing, breathe clean air, drink clean water, and find their children quality education. I also see my Black and brown students disproportionately face these challenges. We must build a state where ‘liberty and justice’ extends to all Rhode Islanders.”
Hilary Levy Friedman announces run for State Senate, District 3
"It is important to have a leader who can help build the bridges we need to address the policy issues facing our state. I am ready to do that work.”
Senator Goldin steps down to join Biden-Harris Administration
"Over the course of my political and professional careers, I’ve focused on changing public policies to address inequity," writes Senator Goldin. "I’m honored to bring that experience to the US Department of Labor during this critical time for our nation."
Mayoral Candidate Brett Smiley on crime and policing in Providence
"I've heard from multiple police officers saying that the thing a good cop hates the most is a bad cop. They put [good cops] at risk and they put the community at risk. So we absolutely have to hold police accountable if they violate the code of conduct, if they abuse the citizenry," said Smiley. "However, a majority of police in Providence, a majority of law enforcement in Rhode Island, are doing the right thing, are thoughtful, engaged public safety officer, skilled and well-trained professionals, and we do need to rebuild that trust."
Future Generations PAC endorses Dr Luis Daniel Muñoz for Rhode Island Governor
"Environmental justice, livable wages, criminal justice reform, affordable and low-income housing, free and accessible healthcare, and education systems with equitable funding formulas," said Dr Muñoz. "It's time to bring progressive change to a historically conservative blue state. It's time to bridge the catalyzing progressive movements across the nation and to show that we have the collective power to effect real progress, at every level.”
You must own property to vote in this Rhode Island fire district's elections
"Until every one of our local governments are elected by the people they serve, our work is not done" said ACLU of RI cooperating attorney James Rhodes. "Participation in free and fair elections, whether it be for president, state legislature or local fire district, is the cornerstone of our democracy.”
Updated: Senator Bell files complaint against Ward 15 city council candidate Vargas
"I currently do not operate an unlicensed business in the City of Providence," says Candidate Vargas in a statement. "My business has been closed for quite some time and when it reopens, it will be properly licensed."
Let RI Vote releases poll in support of legislation to make voting easier
“In 2020 Rhode Islanders were given choices to cast their ballots and they responded in record numbers,” said Senator Dawn Euer (Democrat, District 13, Newport, Jamestown). “After our state ran four successful elections giving voters those choices it’s time to make those changes permanent. All Rhode Islanders deserve an opportunity to vote by mail, or early, or on Election Day, in a manner that is safe and secure.”
Casandra Inez kicks off campaign for PVD City Council Ward 15 special election
"We [our community] lack[s] the knowledge and the skills and the generational wealth to do things. I want to bring those experiences and that frustration to city council because the working class is not represented. Politicians get pretty comfortable sitting up there and making decisions... I just want to bring a real voice to city council and really represent what our needs are and hopefully get them done for you all."
RI Rank release their 2021 RI General Assembly Social Media Rankings
If your elected official is at or near the bottom of the list, ask yourself - Have I ever met my Representative or Senator? What does he or she do to earn my vote? Aside from general political party values (which may mean less in Rhode Island than elsewhere) do I know where my Representative or Senator stands on the issues that are important to me?