A Labor Discussion
Are unions necessary? Who loves ’em? Who hates ’em? Are we all going to be replaced by robots anyway? We gathered the opinions of several political commenters so you, dear […]
Events:
The Court: Art in Play
September 24, 2025 - April 26, 2026The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
Rhode Island Comic Con 2015
Before you head to Rhode Island Comic Con, check out what we’ve published this month on the topic. It’ll leave you armed with all the information you’ll need (and some […]
Halloween Happenings
So, what are you doing this weekend? “Nothing,” is the wrong answer. If you’re looking to be thrilled and chilled on Halloween, you’ve come to the right place. Go on […]
Write Like Lovecraft Submissions
A number of Motif authors, illustrators and affiliated talents took part in the recent “Write like Lovecraft” contest created by The Providence Journal. What it is about our staff that […]
In Their Own Words: Jared Moffat, Director of Regulate Rhode Island
What do you think would be the advantages of being the first state in New England to legalize? First, there’s historical pride in being a leader on important social issues […]
In Their Own Words: Nancy A. DeNuccio, Ocean State Prevention
What do you think would be the advantages of being the first state in New England to legalize? I do not think there would be any advantages to Rhode island […]
Demonstration at RISD
more photos If you drove down South Main St. in Providence around lunch time today (April 6) you may have seen a huge truck of teamsters and hundreds of chanting […]
2014 Election: Some local artists have expressed concern that the tax-free art bill will encourage out-of-state galleries and out-of-state artists to use RI as a tax haven, something that is already happening. Is this a bad thing, and what would you do to ensure the promotion of local artists when it comes to selling art?
RI Governor Todd Giroux (D): We’re moving in the direction of having tax-free-zones for art collaboratives. That’s the long-term answer to the business community. Gina Raimondo (D): I think we can do […]
2014 Election: In their own Words: Why Isn’t cannabis legal yet?
RI Governor Todd Giroux (D): I am in favor of legalization of cannabis for adult use. The “let’s wait and see” attitude is going to result in watching other states create […]
2014 Election: In their own Words: Small gallery owners have successfully cross-promoted with events like gallery nights, but they often fall through the cracks between initiatives directed at small businesses and the support given to non-profits. What action, if any, would you take to support this niche in the Providence art scene?
RI Governor Todd Giroux (D): I think there’s a number of arts and non-profit supporters who understand the issue enough to design executive committees to bring action to the problem. For […]