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Students advocate for Ethnic Studies at the Rhode Island State House. Ethnic Studies is a deep dive into different ethnic backgrounds, not just their culture, but their history," said Julianna Espinal, an 11th grader at Classical High School.

Speaker Shekarchi and Councilmember Anderbois share the stage in Providence. Though the event was about housing, the discussion was far and wide, with subjects such as healthcare, Hasbro, taxing the rich, and the chaos from Washington being discussed.

One of the first things [Pam Bondi told DOJ lawyers] is, "You can't use paper straws anymore." I'm not joking. They got a memo. No more paper straws. This is where the priorities are?.

"In my view, you can't negotiate with Trump. You can’t reason with him. You have to fight him. As long as we go into this with that mindset, we’ll come out on the other side. I’m confident of it.".

"They’re making mistakes about our community’s health and safety, which will cost lives. Literally. This is not an academic exercise," said Senator Reed. "This is about people surviving.".

Thousands take to the streets of Providence to protest the Trump/Musk Administration. "Thousands mobilized today because we stand united against Rhode Island being bought, sold, and gutted just so billionaires can get a few more tax breaks.".

“We want the opportunity to be able to learn more about each other’s cultures and lift them up," said Jesslynn Melendez, a former student at Central High School and a youth leader with OurSchoolsPVD.

Representative Magaziner holds a town hall-style meeting in East Greenwich. "These are difficult times. These are challenging times. I recognize that," said Representative Magaziner. "I’m doing my best to fight for Rhode Island and everyone here.".

"This Administration is unlawfully obstructing life-saving medical research grants with utter disregard for the health & safety of the American people," said AG Neronha.

Providence City Council passes ordinance preventing the fining of unhoused people camping on public property. "This ordinance commits the city to the bare minimum of basic compassion over misguided cruelty," said Councilmember Miguel Sanchez.

“In one fell swoop, this President is attempting to undermine elections and sidestep the Congress, and we’re not going to stand for it,” said Neronha.

RT @DanielDenvir: This is Rhode Island Democratic National Committeeman @joepaolinojr criticizing yesterday’s powerful labor-organized anti….

RT @DavidMoralesRI: After advocating for the deportation of undocumented Providence residents trying to peacefully live and make ends meet,….

RT @SamuelWBell: Important story from @steveahlquist on the Providence Preservation Society's investigation into corporate landlords like S….

RT @_HarrisonTuttle: Rhode Island Capital Police prevented Rhode Islanders from using their First Amendment rights at yesterday’s People’s….

RT @CoreyWelch: In the last few mins, police have started removing people from the second floor of the RI State House while the governor de….

RT @JoeShekarchi: Many members of the Gen Assembly have been calling for emergency action as the number of homeless RIers skyrockets. The G….

RT @Junesfinalrose: @BillBartholomew @steveahlquist Two of the greats! Excited to listen.

RT @blmripac: People’s State of the State .Location: State House Rotunda .Time: 6:00 PM