After long battle, Nursing Home Staffing and Quality Care Act becomes law
June 3, 2021

After long battle, Nursing Home Staffing and Quality Care Act becomes law

Previous to the mandated 3.8 hours, there was no specific number in place regarding patient care, said...

Lawmakers ask the Energy Facilities Siting Board to reject Sea 3’s proposed LPG expansion
May 8, 2021

Lawmakers ask the Energy Facilities Siting Board to reject Sea 3’s proposed LPG expansion

“We respectfully ask that the Energy Facilities Siting Board fully vet and reject Sea 3’s proposed expansion...

State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders
May 6, 2021

State Representative Leonela Felix selected as one of nation’s outstanding rising leaders

“Our nation’s communities face a historic moment of challenge, and it is a humbling and energizing time...

Senator Kallman and Rep Felix propose free RIPTA bus fare legislation
December 29, 2021

Senator Kallman and Rep Felix propose free RIPTA bus fare legislation

“Public transportation cuts across so many issues,” said Senator Meghan Kallman. “It’s a climate and environment issue....

College Democrats of RI organize dozens of elected leaders to call for Rep Justin Price to resign
January 12, 2021

College Democrats of RI organize dozens of elected leaders to call for Rep Justin Price to resign

It is unacceptable for an elected official to defend a violent mob calling for antisemitic and anti...

Healthcare workers union delivers results in key Election Day victories
November 5, 2020

Healthcare workers union delivers results in key Election Day victories

“While nearly 900 Rhode Island nursing home residents died of COVID-19, Nick Mattiello tried to kill legislation...

Reclaim Rhode Island celebrates victories, but the work continues
November 5, 2020

Reclaim Rhode Island celebrates victories, but the work continues

With so many new, progressive faces in the General Assembly, the time is right to pass a...

Rhode Island voters prove that sexual reproductive health and rights are winning issues
November 5, 2020

Rhode Island voters prove that sexual reproductive health and rights are winning issues

“The voters of Rhode Island clearly support champions of reproductive freedom. It’s also clear that, as we...

Bernie Sanders announces Rhode Island General Election endorsements
October 9, 2020

Bernie Sanders announces Rhode Island General Election endorsements

“I am proud to endorse these excellent leaders who will make a difference in the lives of...

State legislators join community advocates to push back against potential budget cuts
September 22, 2020

State legislators join community advocates to push back against potential budget cuts

“A budget is a statement of our priorities – of the things that we value. Of course...

Newly elected RI lawmakers are saying ‘No’ to Raimondo’s austerity budget
September 16, 2020

Newly elected RI lawmakers are saying ‘No’ to Raimondo’s austerity budget

“Cuts to critical services in communities like Pawtucket worsens inequality, which hurts us all over the long...

Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence wins big in primary elections
September 11, 2020

Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence wins big in primary elections

Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAGV) endorsed candidates that support gun safety legislation prevailed in 19...

Sexual and reproductive health and rights win in Rhode Island
September 10, 2020

Sexual and reproductive health and rights win in Rhode Island

“This primary election sends an undeniable message—the people of Rhode Island demand champions who will protect and...

RI Working Families Party wins 90% of primary elections
September 10, 2020

RI Working Families Party wins 90% of primary elections

“From criminal justice reform to a $15 minimum wage to housing, healthcare and education as a human...

Reclaim RI backed candidates sweep primary election
September 10, 2020

Reclaim RI backed candidates sweep primary election

“Reclaim RI did an incredibly important thing for the state: it harnessed the progressive power of its...

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