Voting Rights

The right to vote is fundamental to democracy. We continue to challenge government efforts to limit our right to vote.

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Explore how we're protecting voting rights in Rhode Island through litigation, advocacy, and education.

The Latest


Know Your Rights
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: Voting in RI

The right to vote is fundamental to democracy. Find answers to some frequently asked questions about voting rights in Rhode Island.
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RI Midterm Candidate Questions: Civil Liberties Edition

We sent a survey of civil liberties questions to all the candidates running for statewide office (except for Treasurer) that will be on the ballot in the 2026 Rhode Island midterm elections, as well as the Providence mayoral candidates.
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RI Midterm Primary Candidate Questions: Civil Liberties Edition

We sent a survey of civil liberties questions to all the candidates running for statewide office (except for Treasurer) that will be on the ballot in the 2026 Rhode Island midterm elections, as well as the Providence mayoral candidates.
Know Your Rights
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CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS: Derechos De Voto

• Quién puede votar • Registro de votantes • Votación anticipada • Votación por correo • Voto en las urnas • Identificación de votante • Problemas en las urnas

Cases, Campaigns & Legislation


Court Case
Jun 29, 2026

United States of America v. Gregg M. Amore

Alongside the National ACLU, we intervened in a lawsuit to prevent the Department of Justice from obtaining sensitive, non-public information contained in the Rhode Island state voter file on behalf of Common Cause.
Court Case
Jan 22, 2022

Patterson et. al. v. Bonnet Shores

Court Case
Jul 22, 2020

Common Cause RI et. al v. Gorbea

Court Case
Jun 16, 2020

Acosta v. Restrepo