Politics & Elections
Election 2026 coverage
ACLU files lawsuit over candidate ballot signature requirements during COVID-19
“This case is about two things I care deeply about: public health and the health of our democracy," said State Senator Gayle Goldin. "My constituents are my neighbors and my friends. I do not want to put their health at risk unnecessaril...
Paul Roselli declares candidacy for RI Senate District 23
“This is a challenging time for all those in our district and our State. Our greatest challenges and opportunities lie ahead: dealing with the pandemic, health care, our economy, energy policy, the environment, the climate crisis and esp...
Some surprises in RI Rank's first annual overall rankings of legislators
On Monday, RI Rank released its long-awaited 2020 Overall Legislator Rankings. The purpose of the rankings is to "enforce accountability of our elected officials by providing information about their votes and outreach that is easy to und...
Alana DiMario announces run for RI State Senate District 36 - Narragansett and North Kingstown
"We know what matters, we know where our priorities should lie -- and right now we have an opportunity and a responsibility to fight for policies that will finally address the systemic issues that have persisted for far too long.” Alana...
Incumbent Alex Kithes and community members Vaughan Miller, Charmaine Webster, and Marlene Guay announce slate for Woonsocket City Council
"...our Woonsocket Democratic slate is excited to fight for a better today and a brighter tomorrow in our community. Woonsocket deserves leaders with vision, leaders who act in the best interests in our whole community, leaders who are c...
Cranston City Councilmember John Donegan will seek re-election
“Our residents deserve a City Councilor who is accessible, and responsive. That is why I hold monthly community meetings, and walk our ward every summer to listen to the issues that matter most." Cranston City Councilmember John Donegan...
Maria Bucci announces mayoral campaign in Cranston
"These last few months have been difficult for all of us. I'm running because we need solutions to tough problems and we have to work together to be successful." Cranston resident Maria Bucci, announced today that she is a Democratic can...
I Endorse Meghan Kallman for Senator
I enthusiastically endorse councilwoman Meghan Kallman for the senate. I want to first commend Senator Donna Nesselbush for such an outstanding job. She has made us all proud, and her time in the senate will go down in the history books...
Aniece Germain announces Cranston City Council campaign for Ward 2
"I am running, not only for my three children, but for your children too. I am committed to being the voice for parents and families who are suffering in silence and feel unrepresented.” Aniece Germain has announced her candidacy for Cra...
Janie Seguí Rodriguez announces run for Pawtucket City Council Ward 5
"I will work to center the voices of underrepresented communities and ensure that we are all working towards a stronger and safer Pawtucket.” Janie Seguí Rodriguez, of 87 Boutwell Street, has announced her candidacy for Pawtucket City Co...