Rhode Island League of Women Voters barred from registering new citizens at naturalization events
The Rhode Island League of Women Voters is now barred from helping new citizens register to vote immediately after they […]
Immigrant advocates cheer New Bedford school committee’s ‘safe zone’
Immigrant advocates in New Bedford cheered a recent vote by the city’s school committee to establish a “Safe Zone” for
Gregg Amore: Faith in Democracy
Rhode Island’s Secretary of State discusses voter participation and civic engagement and who inspired him to serve in public office.
Meet the Faces of Democracy: Kathy Placencia
Rhode Island election official discusses transparency, top-down election administration, building trust among the community, and her love of sunsets.
Concern Over Education and Family Services in Rhode Island
“Nervous. My students come to me and say, ‘Miss, are we still going to be able to have free lunch?'”
Improving policymakers’ understanding of the community’s needs
The Latino Policy Institute focuses in areas including education, economic equity, housing, health, and workforce development.
This Thanksgiving, it’s not only OK, but necessary to talk politics
After a long and grueling election season, we need to connect with and not avoid one another.
This election season, rely on information you can trust
RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore with timely resources to ensure every eligible Rhode Islander has the information they need to cast their ballot on or before November 5.
LNN Spotlight: Rhode Island’s Senior Voter Power
LNN Spotlight focuses on major issues important to local Hispanic/Latino and underrepresented communities — stay updated on the monthly series
LNN Spotlight: Preparing For Election Day
“Have a plan to vote,” said Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore. “Rhode Island is a fantastic, accessible voter-friendly state.”
Spanish-speaking voters will have election assistance in their native language
“Language barriers should never prevent an eligible voter from being able to fully participate in the democratic process,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division
LNN Spotlight: Supporting A Diverse Electorate
On this episode of LNN Spotlight, our guests speak on upcoming election deadlines, state-wide efforts to increase civic engagement, and the state’s Latino electorate.