Plastic pollution, which carries toxins that harm people too, is killing Rhode Island’s ocean wildlife including sea turtles, whales, seabirds and fish and destroying once pristine coastal environments.

Rhode Island still requires voter registration a minimum of 30 days before an election instead of increasing access through same day registering and voting.

Despite an alarming decline in sharks of 70% worldwide, Rhode Island allows shark hunting.

Data reveals that police disproportionately stop and search people of color although white motorists were found to possess contraband at a higher rate.

In warmer months Rhode Island’s waters are home to a variety of whale species including humpback, right, and fin which require clean water free of oil, sewage, litter, chemicals, and plastic.