When Trump — and Trumpism — Came to Rhode Island
November 18, 2020

When Trump — and Trumpism — Came to Rhode Island

“More than anything, as we venture into a Biden presidency, I think it’s important for Rhode Islanders...

PERA implodes
June 15, 2021

PERA implodes

“It’s no secret,” continued Chair Figueroa, “that we have yet to resolve one complaint that’s come into...

Teacher unions call for a statewide pause to K-12 in-person learning
November 16, 2020

Teacher unions call for a statewide pause to K-12 in-person learning

The Ocean State is amid an alarming rise in community spread of COVID-19. Viral caseloads coupled with...

Counter-protester assaulted at ‘Stand and Wave for Trump’ event
November 14, 2020

Counter-protester assaulted at ‘Stand and Wave for Trump’ event

“As the Trump supporter advanced, I believe it was his son that came up behind me and...

PERA holding special meeting to discuss release of Sgt Hanley videos
December 16, 2020

PERA holding special meeting to discuss release of Sgt Hanley videos

On Monday, November 16 at 5pm the Providence External Review Authority (PERA), the only civilian police oversight...

PERA needs teeth: How law-enforcement officials have undermined the Community Safety Act
December 16, 2020

PERA needs teeth: How law-enforcement officials have undermined the Community Safety Act

Commissioner Paré’s interpretation of the law regarding PERA ignores the “history, context and legislative goal” of the...

Providence Youth Student Movement supports release of video by PERA Director
December 16, 2020

Providence Youth Student Movement supports release of video by PERA Director

“We call on the PERA Board, City Council, and the Mayor’s office to support Director Batista in...

Germaine Bruce was helping a friend start her car. Then the police arrived…
December 16, 2020

Germaine Bruce was helping a friend start her car. Then the police arrived…

“They just started hitting me in my ribs. I was like, ‘You guys are taking this way...

PERA Director Batista unilaterally releases Sgt Hanley video
December 16, 2020

PERA Director Batista unilaterally releases Sgt Hanley video

“These videos are public records,” said Director Batista, “and today I have decided to honor a couple...

OpEd: Bending the Arc of History takes effort
December 16, 2020

OpEd: Bending the Arc of History takes effort

“Women began organizing for the right to vote in 1848, and the first nationally publicized gathering was...

OpEd: Sunrise Providence on why the Shekarchi vote matters
December 16, 2020

OpEd: Sunrise Providence on why the Shekarchi vote matters

“During his campaign, Brandon advocated for universal healthcare, a Green New Deal, publicly-financed elections, and extensive investment...

Raimondo and Elorza push ahead with multi-hub bus plan despite the objections of riders
December 29, 2021

Raimondo and Elorza push ahead with multi-hub bus plan despite the objections of riders

“Forcing thousands and thousands of bus riders, including children and the disabled, into the cramped, remote Dyer...

OpEd: Ten important questions in Rhode Island constitutional law
December 16, 2020

OpEd: Ten important questions in Rhode Island constitutional law

“…these are questions I believe we need to raise in the confirmation process. Questions we need to...

Senators Ruggerio and McCaffrey retain leadership positions; Promise progressive reforms and legislation
November 12, 2020

Senators Ruggerio and McCaffrey retain leadership positions; Promise progressive reforms and legislation

“…we must insist on enactment of a clear pathway to $15.”...

Statement: State Representative-elect Brandon Potter on his Speaker vote
December 16, 2020

Statement: State Representative-elect Brandon Potter on his Speaker vote

“I understand that my friends in the RI Political Coop would have preferred me to abstain from...

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