Richmond Republicans Contribute to Success of Democrats Supporting Local Issues

The rural town of Richmond typically splits the ballot, with residents voting for Democrats at the top and Republicans at the local level. This year saw that trend reversed, with Donald Trump winning the South County town and local Democrats taking most races at the bottom of the ballot

Republican Voter Richard Nassaney poses for a portrait in Warwick, RI on November 20, 2024
Republican Voter Richard Nassaney poses for a portrait in Warwick, RI on November 20, 2024
The Public’s Radio
Share
Republican Voter Richard Nassaney poses for a portrait in Warwick, RI on November 20, 2024
Republican Voter Richard Nassaney poses for a portrait in Warwick, RI on November 20, 2024
The Public’s Radio
Richmond Republicans Contribute to Success of Democrats Supporting Local Issues
Copy

Politically speaking, Richmond is a purple town with some interesting voting patterns. Donald Trump won the rural Southern Rhode Island town this year. But down the ballot, Richmond had a virtual blue wave, with Democrats dominating races for town council, school committee, and state representative.

Longtime Republican Richard Nassaney doesn’t shy away when it comes to talking about who he voted for for president. Nassaney says he went with Donald Trump because he felt he would prioritize what’s best for America.

“He stands for our country and that’s first and foremost – protect our country, protect our borders, protect our businesses or whatever,” Nassaney said.

This story was reported by The Public’s Radio. You can read the entire story here.

Multiple mosquito samples infected with West Nile Virus have led state officials to raise Rhode Island’s risk level from “Medium” to “High”
The Cannabis Control Commission has launched its online portal for applicants seeking six social equity dispensary licenses, part of 24 new retail permits under the state’s legalization law
Last week, City Council President Jessica Marino and the council’s attorney, Stephen Angell, suddenly resigned. The resignations come amid accusations of a romantic relationship between the two officials and claims of a conflict of interest
Riders and transit activists say that the cuts will ultimately undermine bus service in the state and lead to even lower ridership
A new consultant’s review criticizes NBPD’s handling of narcotics and internal affairs, urging stricter oversight of confidential informants and clearer performance metrics