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@upriseri.com

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RI's advocate, covering local issues, consumer advocacy, and government. Creators of BillBuddy and coming soon: The Ocean. ✨ Use BillBuddy to check out the latest bills at the State House as they are released - upriseri.com/newbills

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Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 15h

Nexstar, the same right-wing media giant that pulled Jimmy Kimmel to curry favor with Trump, is at it again. Now they're threatening to black out WPRI for Verizon customers unless they get “exorbitant” fee hikes. This is capitalism run amok. #MediaGreed

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Nexstar Holds WPRI Viewers Hostage in Greed-Fueled Standoff with Verizon - Uprise RI

Corporate media giant Nexstar is threatening to pull WPRI Channel 12 from Verizon Fios customers in a standoff over massive fee hikes. This isn't just about your cable bill; it's a story of corporate ...

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Joyce White Vance @joycewhitevance.bsky.social · 10d

If men with guns and masks tried to pull me out of my car, I'd fight back. Courts should reject any claims by the government that this is aggression by the person being detained, resisting arrest, or that they're a flight risk.

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 18d

Trump's NSPM-7 is a declaration of war on the left. It officially weaponizes the entire national security state to target "pre-crime" based on ideology. Think "anti-capitalism" and "hostility to traditional values." This is how fascism takes root. Read the breakdown.

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With Directive NSPM-7, Trump Declares War on Majority of Americans - Uprise RI

Under the cover of fighting "left wing terrorism," Trump has signed NSPM-7, a secret directive that labels "anti-capitalism" and "anti-Christianity" as signs of extremism. This isn't just policy - it'...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 18d

A Providence teacher blows the whistle on the state's new ARC curriculum. It's color-coding students, sparking racial tensions with culturally inappropriate texts, & burying teachers in work. An alleged ploy to de-skill faculty & create a Potemkin Village of 'reform.'

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How to Lower Providence Student Reading Scores (and Look Good Trying) - Uprise RI

Providence schools are color-coding students by reading level, leading to peer bullying and shame. A new curriculum is forcing middle schoolers to read toddler-level books while culturally tone-deaf t...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 22d

Trump's legacy of weaponizing ICE continues to terrorize communities & violate the rights of US citizens. A new lawsuit from a US citizen detained twice for 'looking Latino' is the latest in a wave of claims against the domestic terror organization now exceeding $55B.

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On the Hook for $55 Billion: How ICE's Terror Campaign Is Costing Taxpayers and Violating Americans' Rights - Uprise RI

From a 79-year-old grandfather tackled in his own shop to a construction worker detained for “looking Latino,” a wave of violence by ICE is targeting US citizens. These unconstitutional attacks have s...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 22d

They're not even trying to hide it. The "government shutdown" has suspended antitrust cases against Google and other giants, but the FTC office that greenlights corporate mergers remains open. It's a calculated decision to serve Wall Street at your expense.

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The Government Isn't Closed for Business, It's Just Closed for You - Uprise RI

They call it a "government shutdown," but that's a lie. While services for working people are cut and federal employees are furloughed, a shadow government continues to operate, providing what one exp...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · 25d

Judge Mehta found Google guilty of being an illegal monopoly, then ruled in a way that *reinforces* its power. This isn't a failure of justice; it's the system working as designed for corporate oligarchs. The ruling green-lights more illegal behavior.

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The Court That Sold Out America: Google's Win is Everyone Else's Loss - Uprise RI

September 29, 2025 - It’s like something out of a gangster film. The kingpin is finally cornered, the evidence is overwhelming, and the verdict comes down:

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 23

Rhode Islanders: Your local news is a right-wing duopoly. Sinclair (operates ABC6 & NBC10) and Nexstar (owns WPRI12) are both blocking Jimmy Kimmel nationwide to appease Trump's FCC. It's a blatant quid-pro-quo as Nexstar seeks approval for a massive, illegal merger.

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The Sinclair-Nexstar Duopoly: How Two Right-Wing Corporations Control What Rhode Islanders See on TV - Uprise RI

Can’t find Jimmy Kimmel on your TV? That’s no accident. Right-wing media corporations that own ALL of Rhode Island's major local news stations are blocking the show to appease the Trump administration...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 18

Trump's declaration of a non-existent "Antifa" organization as a terrorist group isn't just absurd, it's a strategic attack on democracy itself. By labeling the ideology of anti-fascism as "terrorism," he's building a framework to criminalize any and all opposition.

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Trump Appears to Declare That Most Americans Are Terrorists - Uprise RI

President Trump just designated "antifa" a terrorist group. But "antifa" isn't an organization - it's short for "anti-fascist," an idea most Americans support. This isn't just a mistake; it's a calcul...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 18

Trump's support is collapsing among those that won him the election. Young men and Latino voters are fleeing, citing the economy, deep betrayal over his handling of the Epstein files and a new, authoritarian push to gut the First Amendment. Even Tucker Carlson is out.

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Trump Losing Supporters in Droves as Administration Abandons Constitution - Uprise RI

Donald Trump’s presidency is in freefall. The very voters who secured his 2024 victory—young men and Latinos—are abandoning him in droves. They feel betrayed by his broken promises on the economy, his...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 11

Bizarre claims appear to support the false flag theory that Kirk's murder was an inside job. The theory has gained rapid traction with many pointing to Mossad and the CIA as the organizations likely responsible.

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Ammunition in Kirk Shooting Engraved With Transgender, Antifascist Ideology: Sources

Investigators found ammunition engraved with expressions of transgender and antifascist ideology inside the rifle that authorities believe was used in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, according to ...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 8

The 6-3 conservative SCOTUS has effectively legalized racial profiling. In a chilling ruling from the shadow docket, the court decided ICE agents can stop people based on ethnicity, language, job - or any suspicion. It is a direct assault on the 4th Amendment.

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SCOTUS Majority Rules 4th Amendment Violations by ICE Now Legal Nationwide - Uprise RI

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority has just given ICE agents a terrifying new power: the ability to detain people based on their skin color, accent, job - or for no reason at all. This 6-3 ruli...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 3

The RI General Assembly did some stuff. They're cracking down on shady contractors, telling campaigns they have to label their AI deepfakes, and finally regulating kratom instead of just letting it be the wild west. Our latest breaks it all down.

#RIpol #GoodGov

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New Laws Target AI Election Ads, Contractor Scams, and Kratom Sales - Uprise RI

From AI-generated attack ads and shoddy home renovations to the sale of kratom, the RI legislature was busy. We break down three significant new laws that will change how you vote, hire a contractor, ...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Sep 2

Big moves from the RI General Assembly. The new Freedom to Read Act is a powerful tool against the rising tide of book bans, allowing the ability to sue for censorship. We also got new housing protections for immigrants. A good day for civil liberties in Lil Rhody. 👇

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Your Guide to New Laws: Distracted Driving, Book Bans, and Renting in RI - Uprise RI

The RI legislature just changed the rules for driving, renting, and reading. A tougher distracted driving law is now in effect, new protections are in place for tenants, and the state has taken a bold...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 29

The RI General Assembly actually did some good this session. The casino smoking loophole is dying—a huge victory for workers. Also, some smart, humane changes to law enforcement's approach to sex work and a new rule preventing hospitals from acting like ICE.

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New Laws Introduce Smoke-Free Casinos, Patient Privacy, and Sex Work Protections - Uprise RI

This summer, Rhode Island lawmakers made big moves. Casinos are now smoke-free, new protections are in place for sex workers who report crimes, and hospitals can no longer ask about your immigration s...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 29

No lies told. You did get lucky, like most billionaires. Additionally, you supported and pleaded with holocaust advocate Kamala Harris to remove Lina Khan from FTC. You're not on the side of the working class and they all know it. Do better and the 'intelligent' conversations will come.

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 28

RI lawmakers passed a bill to seriously beef up the Good Samaritan law, removing parole violations as a reason not to call 911. They also built a legal firewall to protect disability rights from a potentially hostile SCOTUS. Oh, and they tweaked school takeovers.

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Your Guide to New Laws: School Takeovers, Overdose Immunity, and Disability Rights - Uprise RI

This summer, RI lawmakers changed how the state deals with struggling schools, expanded life-saving overdose protections, and built a firewall to defend disability rights from federal rollbacks. Wonde...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 27

RI just got a little bit better. A new law finally tackles deceptive drip pricing on hotels and tickets. Plus, the CROWN Act is now law, banning race-based hair discrimination. We also cut some healthcare red tape. Good stuff. 👇

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New Laws Target Hidden Fees, Hair Discrimination, and Healthcare Red Tape - Uprise RI

Tired of hidden fees on concert tickets? Wondering about new protections against discrimination at work? This summer, Rhode Island lawmakers passed bills that impact your wallet and your rights. We br...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 25

Our ongoing coverage of new laws continues: Today: H5797 is a huge YIMBY win, legalizing ADUs by-right and streamlining adaptive reuse. S0716 puts teeth into shoreline access by protecting parking. Questionable: H5956 changes the definition of "affordable housing"...

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New Laws Target Housing Crisis, Shoreline Access - Uprise RI

The General Assembly just passed a wave of new laws. We're breaking down major changes to zoning that could allow an apartment in your neighbor's backyard, new rules to protect beach parking, and a co...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 22

The RI legislature's answer to the housing crisis? A flurry of pro-development bills: A new state land bank to bypass local inaction, forcing towns to allow housing in commercial zones, and making it easier to build on sloped land. Our analysis...

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New Laws Focusing on Housing and Development - Uprise RI

The RI legislature just rewrote the rules on housing. From a new state land bank to major changes in local zoning that could transform your town, we break down the laws you need to know about. Will th...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 21

RI's 2025 legislative session brought a mixed bag. A huge, welcome expansion to paid family leave (H6066) is great news for workers. But a new law criminalizing threats to public officials (S0729) uses vague language that's ripe for a First Amendment challenge.

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Your Guide to New Laws: Paid Leave, Prescriptions, and Political Speech - Uprise RI

This summer, the RI legislature quietly passed major new laws. We're breaking down a huge expansion of paid family leave, a new rule for pharmacy refills, and a controversial law targeting threats aga...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 20

The RI General Assembly actually did some things this session. A big one is the Assault Weapons Ban (S0359). We're also getting new school bus cams to protect kids and some much-needed car insurance reforms. Our latest report breaks it all down. #RIpol #GunReform

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New Laws Target Gun Control, School Bus Safety, and Your Car Insurance - Uprise RI

From a major ban on assault weapons and new cameras on school buses to changes that could lower your car insurance bill, this summer's new laws will impact your safety and your wallet. We break down w...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 19

📃 Big moves from the RI State House. A new law (H6161) finally adds menopause to the list of conditions requiring reasonable workplace accommodations. They also made voting more accessible, opening the permanent mail ballot application list to everyone. More below 👇

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New RI Laws Focus on Workplace Rights, Child Safety, and Voting Access - Uprise RI

From new workplace protections for menopause to tougher penalties for attempted kidnapping and a major expansion of mail-in voting access for all Rhode Islanders, the legislature has been busy. We bre...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 18

New RI laws: The General Assembly passed a bill requiring certified workers for corrosion prevention on public projects, which feels...incredibly overdue. Also, a new law gives restaurants hit by disaster an outdoor dining lifeline. Details in our new report. 👇

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New Laws Target Infrastructure, Restaurants, and Your Prescriptions - Uprise RI

From rusty bridges to ruined restaurants and pharmacy frustrations, the RI legislature passed a slate of new laws this summer aimed at fixing some very real-world problems. We're breaking down what yo...

Uprise RI @upriseri.com · Aug 15

The RI legislature got busy. We're digging into the new laws: 1) A cell phone ban is coming to schools (in 2026). Good idea or overreach? 2) Towns now *have* to map public shoreline access points. 3) A smart new path for internationally-trained docs to fill care gaps.

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New Laws Target Education, Coastal Access, and Healthcare - Uprise RI

New RI laws are on the books. We're breaking down a major change for your kid's school day, a new rule to protect public shoreline access, and a plan to bring more doctors to the state. Here’s what yo...