Public pushes back against politically connected developer in East Providence
July 16, 2020

Public pushes back against politically connected developer in East Providence

“I do see some of the comments that pop up and say, ‘Nobody wants this,’” said Senator...

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...

Providence announces Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations process
July 15, 2020

Providence announces Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations process

“The reconciliation process will allow us to look at ourselves with clear eyes, and match our highest...

Caregivers vote to strike at three nursing homes for safe staffing and better working conditions
July 14, 2020

Caregivers vote to strike at three nursing homes for safe staffing and better working conditions

“Everyone in the country has recognized the heroic work of nursing home caretakers – it’s time for...

What is greenwashing? On the Save The Bay/ Bank of America team-up
July 14, 2020

What is greenwashing? On the Save The Bay/ Bank of America team-up

“We are thrilled to welcome Bank of America as a sponsor for our volunteer program.” Bank of...

COVID-19 shows why a Percentage of Income Payment Plan is needed
July 14, 2020

COVID-19 shows why a Percentage of Income Payment Plan is needed

“As I’ve been thinking about it over the past week or so, I really think that the...

MATCH statement on protest outside Governor’s home
July 14, 2020

MATCH statement on protest outside Governor’s home

The following is a statement from the organizers of Sunday night’s protest outside the home of Rhode...

Teen activists launch Silence is Violence: 401 in Woonsocket
July 13, 2020

Teen activists launch Silence is Violence: 401 in Woonsocket

“We’re not stopping,” said Jaliyah Joseph, one of the organizers. “The momentum isn’t going to stop, the...

There’s a progressive slate running for City Council in Woonsocket: Here’s an interview
July 13, 2020

There’s a progressive slate running for City Council in Woonsocket: Here’s an interview

“The council does not represent the majority of the constituents here,” said first-time candidate Charmaine Webster. “With...

RI’s Governor and Education Commissioner need to change course immediately
July 12, 2020

RI’s Governor and Education Commissioner need to change course immediately

“Governor Raimondo should take pride in how she has led Rhode Island through this pandemic. She is...

SISTA Fire RI: Healing and Joy as Resistance
July 12, 2020

SISTA Fire RI: Healing and Joy as Resistance

Our masks cover our mouths, but not our eyes. We see not only injustice but possibility. We...

Warren raise Black Lives Matter flag outside town hall
July 11, 2020

Warren raise Black Lives Matter flag outside town hall

“This is just the start. This is a marathon. This is not a sprint. Let’s pace ourselves....

Governor unveils new eviction diversion program, but will landlords allow tenants to utilize it?
July 11, 2020

Governor unveils new eviction diversion program, but will landlords allow tenants to utilize it?

Pryor noted that under the Safe Harbor Housing Program both the tenant and the landlord have to...

Statement from the Planned Parenthood Votes! Rhode Island PAC on recent endorsements
July 10, 2020

Statement from the Planned Parenthood Votes! Rhode Island PAC on recent endorsements

“The Planned Parenthood Votes! Rhode Island Political Action Committee (PPV!RI PAC) hears and respects the concerns, feedback,...

The Womxn Project leaving the Rhode Island Reproductive Freedom Coalition
July 10, 2020

The Womxn Project leaving the Rhode Island Reproductive Freedom Coalition

After due consideration, The Womxn Project’s Board of Directors has made the decision to discontinue our participation...

Donate to Uprise RI today!Image