Constitution · Rhode Island

R.I. Const. art. I, § 21

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Constitution of Rhode Island
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October 2026

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The citizens have a right in a peaceable manner to assemble for their common good, and to apply to those invested with the powers of government, for redress of grievances, or for other purposes, by petition, address, or remonstrance. No law abridging the freedom of speech shall be enacted.

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