The League of RI Businesses

06/15/2026

Take Back Rhode Island! Change is coming this primary!

Do You Remember How Ryan Pearson First Took His Senate Seat? Thy Back Door Does.

PROVIDENCE — In 2012, Ryan Pearson wanted voters to fire Bethany Moura. Not defeat her. Not move in a new direction. Fire her. One of his campaign mailers that year told Cumberland and Lincoln voters, “If you missed work as much as Beth Moura... You’d be fired!” It accused Moura of having the worst attendance record in the State Senate. That was the standard Ryan Pearson used to win his Senate seat. Now that same standard belongs to him.

Ryan Pearson did not merely have a bad week, a bad month, or a few unavoidable absences. Over his senatorial career, Pearson has built the worst attendance record in the Senate. From 2014 through 2018 alone, he racked up 108 documented missed Senate votes on published scorecards that excluded resolutions and marriage solemnization bills. In 2025, he added another 9 documented absences. During the 2026 session, there were at least another 13 documented absences out of only 43 roll calls. That is more than 30% of the year missed.

Even worse, the record raises questions beyond simple absence. On June 20, 2025, the Senate journal listed Pearson present with zero senators absent, yet the separate vote report for H5869 Sub A marked him as not voting.

Pearson told voters that showing up matters. He told voters missed work matters. He told voters an elected official with a bad attendance record should be removed from office. Fine. Let’s use his standard.

If Bethany Moura’s attendance record meant she should be fired, then Ryan Pearson’s record does not deserve excuses. It deserves an even stronger verdict. Ryan Pearson campaigned on firing a senator for not showing up. Then he became the senator who did not show up. Cumberland and Lincoln deserve better.

Fire Ryan Pearson.

06/14/2026

$15,200,000,000.00 BUDGET! Insane. Need your help to fix this! If you make a contribution, share our social media, assist one of our candidates we can - Take Back Rhode Island "People over Party" Coogan Mr-Ep Mark4RI State Senator Leonidas Lou Raptakis Leah Boisclair for RI District 36 Santos Javier Senator Jessica de la Cruz Westin J Place for RI Senate District 38 Dana James Traversie for Rhode Island Lawrence Almagno Councilman Jim Metivier Gordon Rogers Senator Thomas J Paolino Kevin Hoyle for State Rep. from NK Senator Elaine J. Morgan Chris Stanton Vanessa Lopez for Rhode Island Senate Pat Ford Anchor Rising Rhode Island Current

06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day!! This year remember that this is our symbol of our freedom. Rhode Island, you can be the change by remembering that your voice matters when you vote. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

06/14/2026

Time for change is now, if you live in Narragansett, North Kingstown, New Shoreham (Block Island) you need to vote for change andnitbwill come from Mark4RI

06/13/2026

Going to be an awesome event, grab your tickets today and share with friends

🎤 RHODE ISLAND LEGEND ROGER CERESI TO OPEN NATIONAL SECOND AMENDMENT DAY 🇺🇸

We're proud to announce that **Roger Ceresi**, one of Rhode Island's most recognized and respected entertainers, will perform the **National Anthem** and **God Bless America** during the Opening Ceremonies of the **1st Annual National Second Amendment Day** on **June 27, 2026** at **Addieville East Farm**.

For decades, Roger has entertained audiences across Southern New England and has become a staple at concerts, festivals, charitable events, and community celebrations. His powerful performance will help kick off a day dedicated to freedom, family, and the preservation of our Second Amendment rights.

Join us for:
🎯 Pistol, Rifle & Sporting Clays Experiences
🎁 Firearm Giveaways Throughout the Day
🎤 Featured Speakers Including Dick Heller, Tyler Yzaguirre, Vic Mellor & David Levesque
🎶 Live Entertainment
🍔 Food Trucks & Refreshments
👨👩👧👦 Kids Zone, Petting Zoo & Family Activities
🏛️ State Legislators & Industry Leaders

🎟️ General Admission – $25
https://event.therangeri.com/2a-event-day-general-admission-payment-page

⭐ VIP Experience – $100
https://event.therangeri.com/2a-event-vip-admission-payment-page

All net proceeds benefit **Dare to Dream Ranch Military Retreat**.

Tickets are selling fast. Don't miss Rhode Island's premier Second Amendment event of the year!

06/12/2026

▶️ Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz took to the Senate floor to fight for De La Comunidad Bilingual Charter School, a K-12 dual-language program for Providence, Pawtucket, and Cranston families that already received preliminary approval in January.

Her amendment aimed to exempt the school from a new three-year moratorium on charter openings that diverts funding from district schools, duplicates existing bilingual programs, and strains teacher shortages and local budgets in the sending cities. One amendment to keep doors open for over 600 students who need bilingual education. This is the battle for school choice in Rhode Island.

What’s your take? Do you believe opening De La Comunidad Bilingual Charter School would place an additional burden on Rhode Island’s already struggling education system, one facing funding shortages, teacher gaps, and strained district budgets?

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

Dear citizens of Exeter, Hopkinton,Richmond (District 39) and Rhode Island,

I feel compelled to share this information with you. Below are two links. One is an opinion piece on the below taxation legislation, by Rep Richard Fascia and the second link is the Bill text. The photo is WHO voted for taking more power from local municipalities on taxation and low/moderate housing laws.

Gov. Dan Mckee just signed the biggest budget in RI history. That's important to know however it's these little things that most don't even realize are happening that I feel the need to expose.

https://www.cranstononline.com/opinion/guest_opinion/the-state-is-stealing-municipal-control/article_a06a2064-bacc-485c-bc1a-743b68bed380.html

https://legiscan.com/RI/text/H8006/2026

06/12/2026

Very disappointing General Assembly outcome on the Budget. We want to thank State Senator Leonidas Lou Raptakis Democrat who voted "NO" on the budget along with all the Senate Republicans Senator Jessica de la Cruz Senator Thomas J Paolino Senator Gordon Rogers Senator Elaine J. Morgan and the RI House Republicans that voted "NO" as well

Rhode Island’s wealthiest residents will soon face higher state income taxes after Governor Dan McKee signed the state’s record $15.2 billion fiscal year 2027 budget into law.

Included in the budget is a new tax on income exceeding $1 million per year. The measure will gradually increase Rhode Island’s top income tax rate from 5.99% to 8.99% over the next three years. State officials estimate the change could generate approximately $142 million in additional annual revenue once fully implemented.

Supporters say the additional revenue will help Rhode Island fund public services and address future budget challenges without placing a greater burden on most taxpayers. Governor McKee has also pointed to concerns about reductions in federal funding as a reason for seeking additional state revenue.

Opponents, including business organizations, argue the tax could make Rhode Island less competitive and potentially encourage some high-income residents to relocate. Critics note that because Rhode Island is the nation’s smallest state, even a small number of wealthy taxpayers leaving could have a noticeable impact on state revenues.

Rhode Island now joins several states that have recently adopted similar taxes on high-income earners, including Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, and Washington. Supporters of the policy have pointed to Massachusetts, where a voter-approved millionaire tax has generated billions of dollars since taking effect in 2023.

The new tax is expected to begin phasing in next year as part of the state’s record budget.

Do you support Rhode Island’s new millionaire tax? ⚓️💵💲