Politics & Elections
Election 2026 coverage
BOE finds 'multiple violations of campaign finance law' during Audit of PVD City Council candidate
As a result of the findings, the Board voted to refer the case to the Attorney General for their consideration and possible prosecution.
Giona Picheco is challenging Charlene Lima in House District 14
"My motivation to run for this seat is that I've seen so many issues facing this community that haven't been addressed. We have a lack of affordable housing, our schools are not adequately invested in and the accessibility of healthcare is inadequate. I did not see any of these issues being addressed by our current representation. I felt someone needed to bring a different voice."
Gubernatorial candidate Gorbea defends taking campaign money from fossil fuel lobbyist
“Nellie Gorbea should join over 100 Rhode Island political leaders and thousands of politicians nationwide, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, in pledging to reject fossil fuel money. If she won’t, she has absolutely no credibility on climate.”
Gonzalo Cuervo: Providence needs to rezone and expand the green economy
"The City of Providence has to have a plan in place to rezone and to look for new opportunities in the green economy [and] in different economic sectors that don't generate human misery and illness," said Providence Mayoral candidate Gonzalo Cuervo. "There's an opportunity for this. It's not an either/or choice."
Representative Ranglin-Vassell will not seek reelection in District 5, Providence
"I am proud of the work that I have been able to accomplish these 5+ years. I have inspired many who look like me and even those who do not look like me to run for office and to win. Some of those people are currently serving in the Rhode Island General Assembly. I have been relentless in my quest to elevate the issues of the poor and those living in poverty and the need to invest robustly in small businesses. I have spoken my own truth, sharing my story on what it means to invest in the poor and those living in poverty."
Portsmouth Town Council VP Linda Ujifusa announces Senate District 11 bid
“Having volunteered at the Portsmouth and Bristol COVID vaccination clinics,” said candidate Linda Ujifusa, “I saw first-hand how public employees and private individuals can work effectively in the best interests of our community. I believe that together we can overcome any challenges we face.”
David Segal is making the progressive case in the second congressional race
"We've got so many issues... that have gone unaddressed," said Congressional candidate David Segal. "We're talking about, in the broadest sense, of building a fairer economy which goes to taxes, goes to spending, goes to corporate power..."
Democracy comes to Bonnet Shores Fire District
"...while I was denied a ballot, thousands of people who did not live in Bonnet Shores were declared eligible to vote there by virtue of property ownership," write Bonnet Shores resident Melissa Jenkins.
At forum, candidates for governor discuss raising Rhode Islanders out of poverty
"Throughout our diverse faith traditions, we believe that we have a moral obligation to address systemic poverty and inequality in our society," said David Veliz, Director/Organizer of the Coalition, who served as emcee.
The Rhode Island Political Coop announces five new candidates
Five newly announced progressive candidates will go head to head against some heavyweight incumbents, including the House Majority Leader and others in General Assembly leadership positions.