RILR Archives - Liberty RI

In this episode we sit down with Elijah Gizzarelli, Libertarian Candidate for RI Governor. We talk about the struggle to get on the ballot and his positions on the issues. Links: eli4ri.com Twitter Facebook Continue reading RILR 31 – Special Guest: Elijah Gizzarelli Libertarian Candidate for Governor at Liberty RI.

In this episode of the Rhode Island Liberty Report, we discuss the recent anti-self-defense legislation passed though the house and senate. Continue reading RILR 30: 2A Tyranny in RI at Liberty RI.

Mike, Shawn, and Bill are back with another episode of the RI Liberty Report. In this episode they talk about remembering the real cost of war this Memorial Day weekend, The Superman Building debacle, the state of the liberty movement in RI, How “affordable housing” policies enacted by government makes housing unaffordable and corrupt politicians that keep getting elected. Continue reading RILR 29: Memorial Day, Superman Building, RI Liberty Movement, Affordable Housing on BI and Corrupt Politicians at Liberty RI.

In this Episode we talk about a bunch of legislation starting with the proposed cannabis bill, some of the gun control bills and a general overview on some of the more absurd legislation being proposed. Continue reading RILR 28 – Legislative Update, Cannabis, Gun Control, and General Overview at Liberty RI.

In this episode we talk about the Gas tax and all the other taxes RI piles on top of you, the lifting of the mask mandates and how the evil monsters that support the mandates don’t like being called evil monsters, and the transcontinental airline that doesn’t need the extra runway space. CDC Changes Developmental Milestones: Experts concerned after CDC changes developmental milestone for kids Continue reading RILR 27 – So Many Taxes, Evil Monsters, Airport Oops at Liberty RI.

In this episode we talk about Gov McKee’s 10 year plan for RI, the farmer in Exeter that has been told to stop building his greenhouse and some basic economics discussion. Continue reading RILA 26 – Mckee has a Plan, Farmer Needs a Permit, Some Basic Economics at Liberty RI.

Mike, Shawn, and Bill talk about the progressive infighting that is starting up as election season gets underway and we continue the discussion on the authoritarian mandates, Bill discusses how they have affected his family directly and some of the pushback that seem to be developing locally and elsewhere. Continue reading RILA 25 – Progressive infighting and more Authoritarian Mandate Insanity at Liberty RI.

Mike, Shawn, and Bill are joined by a special guest and fellow Liberty RI Admin, John, to talk about the various mandates being forced on citizens in RI and throughout the country. John gives us some insight into what he has chosen to do to fight back. We also mention an initiative we are putting together under the RI Liberty Alliance at endthemandatesri.com Continue reading RILA 24 – Mandates, Mandates All Around at Liberty RI.

In this episode, we briefly touch on the holiday formerly known as Victory over Japan Day, A little background and history on Liberty RI, how the government uses regulations to backdoor and strong-arm at the local level. Also, what is going on with the federal funds given to RI to help with housing? Continue reading RILA 23- Victory Day, Liberty RI History, Backdoor Regulations, Fed Housing Dollars at Liberty RI.

In this episode, we talk about De-regulating the fishermen and other business regulations, how RI Ranks in business, where in RI is Sabina Matos, and Bike Lanes and golf courses in East Providence. Continue reading RILA 22- De-Regulating the Fishermen, RI Business Ranking, Bike lanes, and Golf Courses. at Liberty RI.

In this episode, Mike and Shawn talk about Bill behind his back, the 4th of July, McKee extending the State of Emergency, Some of the crazy legislation passed by the General Assembly, and a couple of vetos made by the Governor. Continue reading RILA 21- Where’s Bill? McKee extends emergency and Vetos some bills, Crazy legislation that passed at Liberty RI.

In this episode, Mike talks about how legislators in the RI general assembly are trying to crash the charter school system. This leads to a passionate debate between Mike, Bill, and Shawn on the Libertarian stance on government education. Bill Talks about the LPRI and its relationship with LP National. Shawn goes over the 13.1 BILLION dollar state budget. Continue reading RILR 20 – Charter Schools, LPRI and LP National, The 13.1 billion dollar Budget at Liberty RI.

In this episode Bill, Shawn and Mike start off with a plug for Bill’s appearance on Lively Experiment with Jim Hummel, Congratulate Bill on his new position as Chair of the Libertarian Party of RI, and a status update from Shawn on the RI Debt. Bill discusses what’s going on with RhodeWorks. Shawn explores some of the environmental bills and regulations we’re all going to be forced to comply with and Mike talks about the long list of gun legislation threatening the rights of Rhode Islanders...

In this episode Shawn, Mike and Bill start off with a short Memorial Day Message and a status update on the RI Debt. Shawn talks about portraits for politicians and how taxpayers fun artists in RI. Mike addresses traffic cameras in East Providence and potential privacy implications. Bill focusses on how much Rhode Islanders can expect to pay in taxes in their lifetime and how we rank with other states. Related Traffic Camera and Facial Recognition Articles...

In this episode, Mike, Bill, and Shawn discuss the RI debt situation. “Affordable” housing legislation, does it really make housing affordable? Government run Casinos, and the IGT no bid contract and the Republican’s stance. Also McKee’s economic illiteracy regarding federal unemployment dollars and his plans on getting back to “normal” Article Link: Soaring tax revenue gives RI leaders $324 million more for state budget RI Liberty Alliance Links: Continue reading RILR EP17 – “Affordable”...

In this episode, Mike, Bill, and Shawn discuss professionalizing the Liberty movement in RI and announce the start of the Rhode Island Liberty Alliance. The Vaccine Rollout and impact the government has on distribution and availability and the RIPTA Free Bus fare proposal. RI Liberty Alliance Links: Continue reading RILR EP16 – Professionalizing the Liberty Movement, Vaccine Rollout, Nothing is for free. at Liberty RI.

The RI Liberty Report is back! In this episode, we welcome new co-hosts Bill and Shawn, talk about getting zucked on Facebook, the launch of our own social community Libertyri.net and of course our current topics: Muh Roads, Unemployment, and Cannabis Legislation. Continue reading RILR EP15 – We’re Back! LibertyRI.net, Muh Roads, Unemployment, Cannabis Legislation. at Liberty RI.

In this episode we talk about Lincoln Chafee joining the Libertarian Party, the Warwick school budget problems, and Drag queen story hour. Continue reading RILR EP14 – Chafee the Libertarian, Warwick School Budget, Drag Stories. at Liberty RI.

In Episode 13 of the RI Liberty Report, Mike and Eric talk about the new union contract legislation, the increase in seat belt enforcement, and Providence’s new self driving vehicles. Continue reading RILR EP13: Union Contracts, Road Pirates, and Self Driving Vehicles. at Liberty RI.

In Episode 12 of the RI Liberty Report, Mike and Eric talk about the move of several RI towns to pass resolutions declaring themselves as sanctuary town for gun rights, the lawsuit regarding sports gambling, and the denial the issue in Warwick with school lunches. Continue reading RILR EP12: 2A Sanctuaries, Gambling Lawsuit, No Free Lunches at Liberty RI.