Workshare is a win for workers, local economies and government budgets
June 4, 2020

Workshare is a win for workers, local economies and government budgets

“What would you do with an extra few hundred dollars each week, and a couple of extra...

Brown University graduate workers win tentative union contract in First for Ivy League
June 4, 2020

Brown University graduate workers win tentative union contract in First for Ivy League

More than 1,200 graduate employees sign inaugural agreement with administration guaranteeing job security and coronavirus protections In...

Policy as Justice: Stop Utility Shut-offs in Rhode Island
June 3, 2020

Policy as Justice: Stop Utility Shut-offs in Rhode Island

“For all the concern about violence and protest these days, decision makers need to recognize that harmful...

Judge’s decision reveals why all Wyatt ICE detainees are being given bail hearings starting tomorrow
June 2, 2020

Judge’s decision reveals why all Wyatt ICE detainees are being given bail hearings starting tomorrow

“The fact that … the government has not undertaken any real effort to ascertain the underlying medical...

Lawmakers must act to stabilize Rhode Island’s economy
June 1, 2020

Lawmakers must act to stabilize Rhode Island’s economy

Rhode Island lawmakers must “stabilize spending, renew public investments and protect jobs—all while maintaining a robust public...

Providence civilian oversight board calls for independent review of Sergeant Hanley investigation
June 1, 2020

Providence civilian oversight board calls for independent review of Sergeant Hanley investigation

“I think the community is exhausted with letting the police, police themselves.” The Providence External Review Authority...

A noise demonstration at the ACI seeks reforms for the incarcerated amid COVID-19 crisis
June 1, 2020

A noise demonstration at the ACI seeks reforms for the incarcerated amid COVID-19 crisis

“23+ hour lockdown must end immediately. Release to the public an updated plan to restore educational programming,...

More than 2000 people demand justice for George Floyd in Providence
May 30, 2020

More than 2000 people demand justice for George Floyd in Providence

“Every time a black body is harmed, every time one of us witnesses, over and over again,...

Local COVID Response Coalition holds Noise Demo for incarcerated Rhode Islanders at ACI telling Gina Raimondo to #Knockitoff
May 30, 2020

Local COVID Response Coalition holds Noise Demo for incarcerated Rhode Islanders at ACI telling Gina Raimondo to #Knockitoff

“We’re not asking for special treatment, but only for that which is fair and humane.“ A coalition...

Elected officials must take action in this current time of crisis
May 29, 2020

Elected officials must take action in this current time of crisis

“Workers built America. We keep this nation running every day and we will rebuild America’s prosperity. Now,...

R.I. Coalition Against Domestic Violence sees continued spike in demand for services
May 29, 2020

R.I. Coalition Against Domestic Violence sees continued spike in demand for services

If you are in an abusive relationship or know someone who might be, or if you are...

Why are domestic violence 911 calls going up but domestic violence arrests going down?
May 29, 2020

Why are domestic violence 911 calls going up but domestic violence arrests going down?

“People, victims who are injured could not be going to the hospitals because they’re afraid to catch...

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.
May 28, 2020

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.

“There’s no question that this crisis has hit the hardest those who are least able to weather...

State House Rally calls for an eviction moratorium and rental assistance
May 28, 2020

State House Rally calls for an eviction moratorium and rental assistance

“We are in a precarious situation as we enter a phased reopening while continuing to deal with...

NEA Rhode Island: Lay-off notices? Just follow the rules
May 27, 2020

NEA Rhode Island: Lay-off notices? Just follow the rules

“…it is shameful to see some superintendents and school committees take advantage of budget uncertainty by playing...

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