EPI’s Candidate Briefing Book will help you understand and act on poverty, equity and economic opportunity in Rhode Island
September 2, 2022

EPI’s Candidate Briefing Book will help you understand and act on poverty, equity and economic opportunity in Rhode Island

“Knowledge is power,” says Economic Progress Institute (EPI) Executive Director Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies. “We want those who hope...

One Fair Wage endorses local candidates committed to raising the minimum wage
August 26, 2022

One Fair Wage endorses local candidates committed to raising the minimum wage

“One Fair Wage Action has endorsed Senators Tiara Mack and Sam Bell, Representative David Morales, and candidate...

How Barrington municipal employees got bumped to $15 min wage for 2022
January 3, 2022

How Barrington municipal employees got bumped to $15 min wage for 2022

“Human time and effort is worth at least $15 an hour,” said Barrington Town Councilmember Jacob Brier....

RI Poor People’s Campaign demands support from Senators Reed and Whitehouse
July 26, 2021

RI Poor People’s Campaign demands support from Senators Reed and Whitehouse

“We are here because this is the season of non-violent direct action,” said Pamela Poniatowski, one the...

The minimum wage in Rhode Island will be $15 – in 2025
May 20, 2021

The minimum wage in Rhode Island will be $15 – in 2025

“This pro-family legislation will raise wages for 112,000 Rhode Island workers who have spent the last year...

The Uprising: Debating the Minimum Wage and Cannabis Legalization
April 5, 2021

The Uprising: Debating the Minimum Wage and Cannabis Legalization

In the first episode of our all-new format, we debate the pros and cons of cannabis legalization,...

The RI Poor People’s Campaign ‘nails’ their moral agenda to the State House doors
March 16, 2021

The RI Poor People’s Campaign ‘nails’ their moral agenda to the State House doors

“We demand that the COVID-19 relief package include expanded unemployment benefits, health care for all and vaccine...

The Uprising: Bills of Note at the State House + COVID-19 From a Kid’s Perspective
February 22, 2021

The Uprising: Bills of Note at the State House + COVID-19 From a Kid’s Perspective

With a powerful slate of progressives now in office, many bills to help the people of Rhode...

RI Senate to hear $15 minimum wage bills today
February 3, 2021

RI Senate to hear $15 minimum wage bills today

Nearly one-third of all female workers, over one-third of Black workers and nearly half of Latinx workers...

Hannah Mackie: A just minimum wage supports RI workers’ dignity and right to live
February 1, 2021

Hannah Mackie: A just minimum wage supports RI workers’ dignity and right to live

We must raise the minimum wage, and pledge to continue to adjust it for inflation. We must...

Andy Boardman: A popular, progressive agenda for Rhode Island lawmakers
January 4, 2021

Andy Boardman: A popular, progressive agenda for Rhode Island lawmakers

Raising the Minimum Wage – Marijuana Legalization – Housing Affordability – Taxing the Rich – State leaders...

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...

New report shows housing is out of reach for many in RI
July 16, 2020

New report shows housing is out of reach for many in RI

“Poverty is caused by the double exploitation we face from employers who won’t pay a living wage...

What can be done to improve the outcomes for Black and Brown businesses in Rhode Island?
July 2, 2020

What can be done to improve the outcomes for Black and Brown businesses in Rhode Island?

“Black and Brown businesses have been historically left behind,” said Lisa Ranglin. “We’re hearing that 50% of...

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