Politics & Elections
Election 2026 coverage
R.I. Green Party won’t run a presidential candidate
Citing the danger of Trump’s re-election, the Green Party of Rhode Island says it won’t put a Green candidate on the presidential ballot In a state committee vote taken over the Memorial Day weekend, the Green Party of Rhode Island, one...
Meghan Kallman announces run for Senate District 15
“I believe that the job of an elected official is to ensure that our community is heard. We need to create an environment that encourages students to learn, families to thrive, and businesses to grow. We need to do so with energy and vis...
RI Democratic Women's Caucus condemns racist attack on RIDWC member Jennifer Rourke
"I've been called the n-word before…But I've never been told to get lynched..." The Rhode Island Democratic Women’s Caucus condemns the recent racist attack on RIDWC member and candidate for Senate District 29, Jennifer Rourke. During a...
Larry Warner declares candidacy for Citywide Cranston City Council
“Serving the community is important to me, and I feel that there is great potential to make a positive impact as a member of the Cranston City Council,” wrote Warner in a press release. “My background in public health has helped me under...
Reclaim RI campaign has a simple demand: tax the rich, no cuts
An austerity budget "is cruel and unacceptable. At a time when many are worried about their jobs, their health, their families and their future, Reclaim RI rejects austerity and demands that the governor do better by the people of Rhode...
District 5's Senator Bell scores early endorsements for re-election
"I am thrilled to receive these endorsements from leaders with proven track records of fighting for our city," writes Senator Bell. "It has been a pleasure to work with each of them, and I look forward to continuing to advocate side by s...
An interview with State Senator Sam Bell
"I think federal aid is important, but I think that if we don't get federal aid, we need a plan. And there are ways that we can address this without brutal cuts. We need to fight the narrative that assumes that brutal cuts are the only o...
Rally to Reopen RI draws few protesters
"How many people here would like to see the churches reopen? How many people still believe in the United States of America and freedom? How many people support President Trump and his efforts?" According to host John DePetro, the Reopen...
Zooming Liberally: An interview with Aaron Regunberg
"This is what every progressive minded person in our state should be thinking about right now - figuring out how to take action or support folks who are taking action on the budget." Former State Representative and candidate for Lieutena...
The race for Senate District 31 just got more interesting
"Having strong, smart and competent women leaders not only benefits the General Assembly, but benefits our district and all of Rhode Island," said candidate Kendra Anderson, pictured. Warwick City Council President Steve Merolla is runni...