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
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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
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Richmond Republicans Contribute to Success of Democrats Supporting Local Issues
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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.

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