Posts Tagged ‘vote’
VOTE! Today’s the day – questions and resources, how results will come in
65% of us have “early voted” – 32% of us will vote TODAY – Voting Day! Early voting continues through 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. – Polls open at 7 a.m. Tuesday, except on Block Island where they open at 9 a.m. Polls close at 8 p.m. (in line at 8pm, you will be…
Read MoreVOTE! Details on voting day, your questions and resources, getting results
65% of us have “early voted” – 32% of us will vote on Voting Day! Early voting continues through 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4. – Polls open at 7 a.m. Tuesday, except on Block Island where they open at 9 a.m. Polls close at 8 p.m. (in line at 8pm, you will be allowed…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: VOTE. Take a walk in the woods. Check your deer, no fires, hunt, waterfowl hunt…
Southern Rhode Island Conservation forestry walking tour in Richmond The Southern Rhode Island Conservation District will be hosting a free Forestry Walking Tour at Hillsdale Preserve forestry research site in Richmond, RI on November 16 from 10 am – 12 pm to learn about enhancing forest resilience and addressing climate-related challenges. The preserve is located…
Read MoreLatino voters most concerned by inflation, wages, cost of healthcare, and housing, survey shows
As Rhode Island residents prepare to vote in the state’s primary elections today, and later in 2024, UnidosUS – the nation’s largest Latino civil rights organization – is highlighting the priorities Latino voters want elected officials to address. Based on the largest poll of Hispanic voters this cycle, this influential electorate wants to see action to…
Read MoreWomen 50+ may well control who wins in midterm election, polls say – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Almost three weeks away, and Democrats are scrambling to gear up their get-out-the-vote efforts before the upcoming midterm elections. Can the Democratic party that fights to financially strengthen and expand Social Security, and avoid cuts to funding for Medicare, and put the brakes on skyrocketing prescription costs,…
Read MoreRI Voter registration & disaffiliation deadlines for primary
The Secretary of State’s office is reminding Rhode Islanders that they have until Sunday, August 14, to register to vote or update their voter information for the September 13 statewide primary election. Rhode Islanders should check their voter registration status by using the Department of State’s Voter Information Center at vote.ri.gov. Eligible residents can register to vote in three…
Read MoreVoter reform must include accessibility for seniors and persons with disabilities – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues It’s over 540 days until the November 8, 2022 mid-term elections. The clock is ticking, say voter rights advocates, who are gearing up to push back at voting bills they see as restrictive being introduced at multiple state houses. As of March 24, 2021, GOP State legislators,…
Read More“Georgia on My Mind” – Herb Weiss
by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues – opinion Protecting the Voting Rights of Older Adults Rewriting election rules has ramifications for voting accessibility of older adults. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, Republicans now control 30 state houses with 18 being controlled by the Democrats, one legislature being nonpartisan. As the…
Read MoreRI Board of Elections says, “We’re ready”!
Photo: Time Magazine turned their title over to a simple message – VOTE Prepared for November 3rd Election Day and Vote Certification Process The Rhode Island Board of Elections is assuring Rhode Island voters and candidates that the state’s voting and election systems are fully prepared for Election Day on Tuesday, November 3rd and prepared…
Read MoreAre you ready to VOTE?
Sunday, October 4th is the last date to register to vote or update your voter information for the November 3rd general election. Rhode Islanders can check their voter registration status by using the Department of State’s Voter Information Center. Eligible residents can register to vote in three ways: Go online to vote.ri.gov Download a voter…
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