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Published on Sep 27, 2021

National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday 9/28

Secretary Gorbea to Rhode Islanders: Check Your Voter Record on National Voter Registration Day PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that Tuesday, September 28, is National Voter Registration Day. Held on the …

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Published on Sep 17, 2021

Civics Classes- How Well Rhode Island Teaches The Constitution - Cranston, RI Patch

PROVIDENCE, RI — At least a year of high school civics education gave Americans a better grasp of a political cycle that saw a president impeached twice, false claims of a stolen election and the U.S. Capitol insurrection, the annual Annenberg Constitution …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 3, 2021

From the editor's desk- The gaping hole in Rhode Island's public records law - NRI NOW

Rhode Island’s Access to Public Records Act aims to protect citizen’s right to inspect and/or copy documents held by public bodies. Considered a cornerstone of American democracy, access is believed to be an essential means to elect and monitor public …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Aug 16, 2021

Activists Blockade Raytheon Weapons Facility in Rhode Island - Democracy Now!

Early this morning, activists with the FANG Collective blockaded the entrances to the Raytheon facility in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. The group was protesting weapon sales to Saudi Arabia and Israel, and Raytheon’s involvement in the militarization of U.S. …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 8, 2021

After Newsom recall, California Democrats eye changes to state's direct democracy system

Regardless of whether Gov. Gavin Newsom survives the Sept. 14 recall election, Democrats in the nation’s largest state are eying big changes to the recall system. "I have talked to several key legislators who are ready to rip apart the recall process …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Sep 23, 2021

The Al Capone Approach to Anti-vaxxers

At the end of August, Reddit users told the company’s leadership they had blood on their hands. As part of an organized protest, the moderators of dozens of large subreddits, or forums on the site, shared a letter condemning Reddit for failing to act on …

Source: The Atlantic Online - Uncategorized
Published on Sep 23, 2021

Opinion-Conley- RI vindicated itself in disapproving the Constitution

Patrick T. Conley Patrick T. Conley is Rhode Island's historian laureate and past president of the U.S. Constitution Council. Sept. 17 was Constitution Day — the date in 1787 on which the U.S. Constitution was approved by delegates to the Philadelphia …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 22, 2021

Biden meets with key Democratic lawmakers as fate of domestic agenda hangs in balance

President Joe Biden on Wednesday met with key House and Senate Democrats as the White House and Congressional leadership are working to bridge the divide between key factions of the party ahead of crucial deadlines for the commander-in-chief’s domestic …

Source: Spectrum News 13 - Florida - Neutral
Published on Sep 22, 2021

AG Nessel, SOS Benson support regulation on open carry

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) –Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 19 other attorneys general, supporting a New York law that regulates when people should obtain licenses to carry firearms in public. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joined in to …

Source: WLNS 6 - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Sep 22, 2021

Appeals court upholds R.I. political spending disclosure law

PROVIDENCE — A federal appeals court upheld Rhode Island’s political spending disclosure law, finding that it served an important interest: telling people who’s spending money to sway their votes and change their minds. The groups challenging the law vowed …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 22, 2021

RI donor disclosure laws upheld again; conservative group; conservative group vows to fight on

A federal appeals court has upheld Rhode Island's campaign-spending disclosure laws against a constitutional challenge by a coalition of conservative groups. Those groups say they intend to appeal to the Supreme Court. A three-judge panel of …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 21, 2021

Two of America’s Leading Historians Look at the Nation’s Founding Once Again — to Understand It in All Its Complexity

And, of course, even the democracy that they created was not very democratic. “We the People” did not include Black people, women or even white men who did not own land. (Still, as Wood notes, it was the most representative and participatory system in the …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Sep 21, 2021

The cost of 9/11

The figures are simply astronomical. It began with the 2001, September 11 al-Qaida attacks on New York and Washington when 2,976 innocent civilians were murdered. Since then the toll of innocents killed directly has grown exponentially. The Costs of War …

Source: Times of Malta - Neutral
Published on Sep 21, 2021

Opinion-Chaput- RI's fascinating path to ratification of Constitution

Erik J. Chaput Erik J. Chaput teaches in the School of Continuing Education at Providence College and at Western Reserve Academy. He is the author of "The People’s Martyr: Thomas Wilson Dorr and His 1842 Rhode Island Rebellion" (2013). Congress …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Jul 19, 2021

New Law Requires Civics Proficiency In Rhode Island High Schools - Cranston, RI Patch

PROVIDENCE, RI — Rhode Island high schoolers will be required to learn civics under new legislation just signed into law by Gov. Dan McKee. Stating with the graduation class of 2023, students will be required to have an understanding of the principles of …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Aug 19, 2021

Tom Nichols discusses civic responsibility, Jan. 6, democracy

By Bliss Bowen Political scientist Tom Nichols elaborates on themes in his book “Our Own Worst Enemy: The Assault from Within on Modern Democracy.” “People are no longer just expressing their political views. They’re intentionally trying to draw the foul …

Source: Pasadena Weekly - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 29, 2021

Why Rhode Island Cannabis Activists Want Worker-Owned Co-Ops

This may be the year Rhode Island legalizes marijuana for adult use. But state lawmakers and the governor, having struggled to negotiate an agreement, will likely punt the issue until at least September. Simultaneously, a statewide social justice coalition …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral
Published on Sep 17, 2021

US: Nancy Pelosi likens Capitol attack to 9/11

US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday the riot at the Capitol earlier this year was an attack on democracy — just like 9/11. She said both the terrorist attacks of 2001 and the January 6 insurrection were an "assault" …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 29, 2021

Education think tank gives Rhode Island failing grades on its standards for teaching U.S. History

Rhode Island received an F in U.S. history and a D in civics education from the Thomas B. Fordham Institute in its first-ever analysis of what states expect public school students should learn in these subjects. Fordham, a conservative-leaning nonprofit …

Source: Rhode Island News.net - Neutral

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Published on September 25, 2021 - 16:32 GMT

(Video) The Vast Activities of the MEK’s Resistance Units Inside Iran to Achieve Freedom and Democracy

Resistance Units honor a MEK veteran Abbas Modaresifar who fought 60 years against two dictatorships of the Shah and the mullahs. PARIS, FRANCE, September 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Resistance Units and supporters of the Mojahedin-e …

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Published on September 22, 2021 - 16:44 GMT

Pelosi Remarks at Press Conference on Protecting Our Democracy Act

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Chairman Adam Schiff, Chairman Jerry Nadler, Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney, Chair Zoe Lofgren, Chairman John Yarmuth and Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon for a press conference on the Protecting Our Democracy Act, …

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Published on September 21, 2021 - 23:44 GMT

Hoyer Statement on Introduction of the Protecting Our Democracy Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the introduction of the Protecting Our Democracy Act: “The past four years have shown us that every generation has a role to play in strengthening our …

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Published on September 19, 2021 - 19:10 GMT

(Video) MEK Supporters Inside Iran Called for Protests and Uprisings to Achieve Freedom and Democracy

Maryam Rajavi: "The Iranian people will win the battle of destiny against Khamenei, who has been the reason for so many losses with the COVID-19," PARIS, FRANCE, September 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Resistance Units and …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 20:40 GMT

Governor Newsom Signs Landmark Elections Legislation Making Vote-by-Mail Ballots Permanent for Every Registered Voter, ...

AB 37 makes permanent the measure to send a vote-by-mail ballot to every active registered voter The Governor also signed legislation increasing transparency and integrity in elections SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed a package of …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 21:42 GMT

Governor Newsom Signs Landmark Elections Legislation Making Vote-by-Mail Ballots Permanent for Every Registered Voter, ...

AB 37 makes permanent the measure to send a vote-by-mail ballot to every active registered voter The Governor also signed legislation increasing transparency and integrity in elections SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed a package of …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 09:39 GMT

Monsoon Blockchain Supercharges Ecosystem for Bitcoin Latinum

Monsoon Blockchain Corporation is announcing the next generation digital cryptocurrency ecosystem for powering Bitcoin Latinum. PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA, USA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Monsoon Blockchain Corporation, an innovative …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 21:02 GMT

National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday 9/28

Secretary Gorbea to Rhode Islanders: Check Your Voter Record on National Voter Registration Day PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that Tuesday, September 28, is National Voter Registration Day. Held on the …

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Published on September 28, 2021 - 00:14 GMT

WAYNESBORO ELECTED OFFICIALS HOST “MEET & GREET” LISTENING SESSION WITH LABOR COMMISSIONER CANDIDATE WILLIAM BODDIE, JR

State Rep. William Boddie, Jr., Democratic candidate for Labor Commissioner at local Coffee House on Tuesday, September 28, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm ET. WAYNESBORO, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- State Representative …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 19:43 GMT

New York Times Review for Seventh Book in Lightning Brain Series Has Just Been Completed

Book Review: Keepers of the Contingent World by Cliff Ratza By Jen Doll for The New York Times SOMERDALE, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prime Solutions, a publisher and marketer for authors, just received …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 19:15 GMT

Sri Lankan Navy Attacks Tamils in Sri lanka - Appeal to UN Resident Coordinator to Protect Tamils by a Parliamentarian

MANNAR, SRI LANKA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an urgent letter to UN Resident Coordinator Hanaa Singer-Hamdy, Member of Parliament Charles Nirmalanathan, urged her to protect Tamils, especially Tamil fishermen, from attacks by …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 18:39 GMT

Forensic Document Examiner Invited as Expert

Docufraud Canada Examiner Welcomed as Document Expert on CP24 Panel Discussion TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dwayne Strocen, President of Docufraud Canada announces our Senior Forensic Document Examiner Dr. …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 18:17 GMT

(Video) Iran: Dr. Kazem Rajavi’s Murder Should Be Investigated As Genocide And A Crime Against Humanity

Swiss Federal Criminal Court orders the Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office to investigate the murder of Dr Kazem Rajavi as genocide and a crime against humanity PARIS, FRANCE, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In its final verdict issued …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 17:53 GMT

New Symphonie Takes Collaborative Approach to European Commission Call for Connectivity

WASHINGTON, D.C., September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A recently established collaboration between more than twenty European space sector companies has been assembled in response to a European Commission call for tenders entitled “New Space …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 16:51 GMT

Broad Coalition of Maine-Based Organizations Urges Voters to Reject Question 3

Groups Say Vague Ballot Measure Won’t Ease Hunger or Help Family Farms, But Will Sow Confusion and Litigation PORTLAND, MAINE, USA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A broad coalition opposing Question 3 – the so-called “Right to Food” …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 15:15 GMT

(Video) Iran’s Spy Arrested in Sweden: A Grim Reminder of Rooted Terrorism in Europe

Assadi’s conviction highlighted what the Iranian Resistance had said for years: the regime’s embassies and diplomats are promoting terrorism and espionage. PARIS, FRANCE, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swedish newspapers, …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 14:40 GMT

Sessler Session: The Place Where Political Correctness Comes To Die

Jerrod Sessler Debuts New Online Show PROSSER, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congressional Candidate Jerrod Sessler has an exciting new way to reach his Washingtonian base and the rest of the American people …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 13:53 GMT

LPNY Opposes Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandate, Demands Governor Hochul Respect Individuals’ Right To Self-Ownership

Libertarian Party of New York called out Governor Hochul for standing firm on a vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, reiterating bodily autonomy. ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Governor Kathy Hochul is …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 09:00 GMT

Poicoin - Africa's First Coin launches on Exchange

Poicoin is delivering DApps for value exchange and empowerment via mobile phones in E-Commerce, Real Estate, Hospitality and SMEs for 100x ROI IKEJA, LAGOS, NIGERIA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Africa realized for its prosperous …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 20:53 GMT

The Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt meets the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Cairo

His Excellency Pilot Muhammad Manar, Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt, met today, Monday, with His Excellency Hisham bin Muhammad Al-Jowder, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Arab Republic of Egypt and Permanent …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 19:40 GMT

U.S. Strengthens Nigeria's Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response

Download logo The U.S. Consul General, Claire Pierangelo, underscored the U.S. Government’s commitment and prioritization of Public Health Emergency Management as Nigeria works towards achieving the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) 2024 targets and …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 07:15 GMT

Why Australia should Declare Victory and Freedom

Why Australia should Declare Victory and End Lockdowns SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, September 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This live interview with Senator Mathew Canavan just happened, it is a breaking story for people who are protesting as he …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 13:39 GMT

Coronavirus - Angola: USG Shares Additional 464,090 Doses of Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine with Angola

The Embassy of the United States in Luanda, Angola, is pleased to announce the arrival of 464,090 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine that the U.S is sharing with Angola through COVAX. We are sharing these doses not to secure favors or extract concessions …

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Published on September 27, 2021 - 12:36 GMT

Ministry for Foreign Affairs strengthens the network of Finland's missions abroad and invests in measures promoting the ...

Download logo The Government proposes EUR 1.3 billion in appropriations for the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. The promotion of human rights, the rule of law, democracy, peace, freedom, tolerance and equality in all international activities forms the …

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Published on September 26, 2021 - 17:11 GMT

(Video) Teachers' Protests in 40 Cities, in Iran, Against the Unbearable Living Conditions

Mrs. Maryam Rajavi: that the Chants of “Teachers will die, but will not accept humiliation” echo in the four corners of our nation, in Tehran and 20 provinces. PARIS, FRANCE, September 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council of …

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Published on September 26, 2021 - 12:09 GMT

World Book of Records honors Mohan Chinnasamy

CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA, September 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- World Book of Records (WBR) awards "Certificate of Commitment" to Indian singer-songwriter Mohan Chinnasamy. World Book of Records is one of the leading organizations …

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Published on September 26, 2021 - 05:30 GMT

GINBOX BOARD, A Smart Address For You and Your Business

Ginbox.io has launched a striking platform, GINBOX BOARD, on its website. It is a brand new way to share all your details online. GURGAON, HARYANA, INDIA, September 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With persistent research and development, the …

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Published on September 26, 2021 - 16:55 GMT

US Ambassador to the United Nations, Mrs Linda Thomas-Greenfield pays Courtesy Visit to President Dr Hage G. Geingob on ...

On Friday, 24 September 2021, US Ambassador to the United Nations, Mrs Linda Thomas-Greenfield paid a courtesy call to President Hage G. Geingob on the margins of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. President Geingob accentuated the …

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