POST-ELECTION COVERAGE
Amid threats to LGBTQ rights, a trans health advocate is seeking out community
Anti-trans rhetoric was a key component of President-elect Trump’s campaign platform, coupled with promises to defund institutions that provide trans health care. With his inauguration two weeks away, trans community health advocate Volta Tran says she’s focused on “not giving in to panic.”
How can members of the local LGBTQ community prepare for a second Trump term?
Anti-trans rhetoric was a key feature of president-elect Donald Trump’s campaign, and since his first term there’s been an uptick of laws targeting LGBTQ rights. With less than three weeks until he begins his second term, what do members of the local LGBTQ community need to know to prepare?
How will a second Trump term affect reproductive health in RI?
Gretchen Raffa of Planned Parenthood Votes Rhode Island said they anticipate some difficult fights ahead – including the possibility of a national abortion ban. “We’ve faced the Trump administration before, but this time looks different. 2025 is an entirely different landscape than 2017.”
How Democrats won over Richmond Republicans
The rural town of Richmond typically splits the ballot, with residents voting for Democrats at the top and Republicans at the local level. This year saw that trend reversed, with Donald Trump winning the South County town and local Democrats taking most races at the bottom of the ballot.
How the Democrats lost their grip on Fall River
Donald Trump was the first Republican presidential candidate to win Fall River in 100 years. His victory reveals how local Democrats have lost many of the institutional connections to working-class voters they once used to win elections.
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Among the night’s winners in Rhode Island are U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins, and Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi.
POLITICAL ROUNDTABLE
BREAKING DOWN THE BALLOT: Rhode Island’s statewide ballot questions
VOTER VOICES
Before and after Nov. 5, we’re highlighting perspectives from young people in the region on what they care about most, how they’re feeling about the election, and their expectations for the future. Click here to read more.
Voter Voices: ‘They should be worrying about the votes that are more up for debate’
Arjun Khurana, 22, of Harvard, Mass., is studying machine learning and comparative literature at Brown University. Here’s what he…
Voter Voices: ‘I don’t feel like the government cares about my voice’
Anthony D’Ellena, 20, of Narragansett is a former town council candidate and political science student at Roger Williams University.…
Voter Voices: ‘Harris understands the urgency of this moment’
LaJuan Allen, 28, of Pawtucket is advocating to lower the voting age to 16 years old. Here’s what he…
Voter Voices: ‘Women deserve better than abortion’
Christy Northup, 19, of Westerly is currently studying to become a youth pastor. Here’s what she had to say…
Voter Voices: ‘I feel that if I don’t vote in this election, then I won’t be able to in the next’
Dominic Muratore, 18, of East Greenwich is an international relations student at Boston University. Here’s what he had to…
VOTER RESOURCES
Election 2024: Your guide to voting in Rhode Island
The voter registration deadline is Oct. 6. Rhode Island allows for same-day, in person voter registration – but you will only be able to vote for president and vice president.
Election 2024: Your guide to voting in Massachusetts
Everything you need to know about how to vote in person, online, and by mail. The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 26.
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Elección 2024: Tu guía para votar en Rhode Island
La fecha límite para el registro de votantes es el 6 de octubre y la votación anticipada comienza el 16 de octubre en Rhode Island. Esto es lo que necesita saber para prepararse para la elección general del 5 de noviembre.
Elección 2024: Tu guía para votar en Massachusetts
La fecha límite para el registro de votantes es el 26 de octubre y la votación anticipada comienza el 19 de octubre en Massachusetts. Esto es lo que necesita saber para prepararse para las elecciones generales del 5 de noviembre.
MORE 2024 elections coverage
How can immigrants in our region prepare for a second Trump presidency?
In the face of Trump’s promise of mass deportations, the Immigrants’ Assistance Center in New Bedford is providing locals with the tools and education they need to prepare – from knowing their rights to planning for possible deportation and separation.
How Trump gained voters in parts of Rhode Island
Donald Trump had a much-improved performance in Rhode Island and the nation last week compared with his previous two presidential campaigns. In part, he won over more working class voters, Latinos and Black voters. Those results surprised some and caused others to ask why Democrats are losing part of their appeal to voters.
What do the election results mean for Rhode Islanders?
Political reporter Ian Donnis and political scientist Wendy Schiller discuss what a second Trump presidency may mean for Rhode Island, and share their top takeaways from state and local elections; Johnson & Wales students react to the election results; and a conversation with the new music director of the Rhode Island Philharmonic. Plus: a few tips on what to do this week.
TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Nov. 8, 2024
Why Trump’s win could be predicted, incumbents rule in RI, and Rep. Cotter’s lessons for Democrats.
From ‘devastated’ to ‘hopeful,’ college students react to election results
“I had a lot of faith that this country was more concerned with the rights of its own citizens than a ‘better economy,’ but I was proven wrong,” Johnson & Wales student Tyler Miles said of Tuesday’s election results.
‘It’s going to take a lot of work.’ Sheldon Whitehouse on where Democrats go from here
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse cruised to a fourth term in Washington, as former President Donald Trump took back the presidency.
Incumbents run the table in Rhode Island legislative elections
GOP gains one seat in RI House, though it may lose one in RI Senate.
Hopkins clinches mayoral victory in Cranston
Incumbent republican Ken Hopkins sailed to victory in Cranston. Voters said they appreciated his lower taxes last term and his strong support for public safety.
Trump voting trend continues in Fall River
Unofficial results show Donald Trump won a majority of votes in the city of Fall River, which no other Republican presidential candidate has done in close to a century.
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