Reimagining the role of R.I. Commerce, for the good of all Rhode Islanders - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz says R.I. Commerce’s deal to redevelop the Superman building exemplifies a need to reform the agency

Dr. Muñoz picks up endorsement by Andrew Yang, 2020 Presidential Candidate, and 2021 NYC Mayoral Candidate.

Alyssa Milano Interviews Rhode Island Gubernatorial Candidate, Dr. Luis Daniel Munoz, on her podcast, Sorry Not Sorry. 

Documentary Premiere Juneteenth (June 17th and June 19th) at 7:30PM EST. 

Don't miss the chance to lift the veil of indifference in Rhode Island. 

Tune in. Duration is 1 hr and 30 minutes. 

Link here: https://youtu.be/U1ENVvXx4oE

On Tuesday, October 26, Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz attended the first town hall organized by Bryant University Democrats. John Colantoni, President of the Bryant Dems, introduced the gubernatorial candidate to an audience prepared with questions.

Dr. Muñoz joins the World's #1 Education Podcast at Youth Empowerment Event. 

Dr. Muñoz interviews with Ian Donnis on The Public's Radio. 

Dr. Muñoz briefly reflects on the true history, resilience, and the fight towards opportunity. 

Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz proposal for spending 10% of RI's $1.13 B in ARPA funds.

Dr. Muñoz has a rare and deep conversation with Providence Leftist Radio Podcast, a format infrequent in this accelerated world. He speaks from a place of truth, vulnerability and yet: FIRE. A must to listen for everyone. We're fired up! 

Dr. Muñoz and School committee members say Education Equity Zones could help students whose economic status, social conditions, and specialized needs are not currently being met.

Community Policing 

• Repeal Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights (LEOBOR) 
• Support and invest in state model for diversion programs (i.e., unit of crisis management trained social workers)
• Expand and invest in a stronger and accountable RI accreditation system (audits policing practices and policies) 
• Support legislation to mandatory 24/7 body cameras (i.e., no option to turn off) 

Criminal Justice 

• Work with federal delegation to expunge records of individuals incarcerated for cannabis offenses 
• Work to implement clemency programs
• Work to invest in rehabilitation program that support skills for the future (technology)
• Diversity to the Bench: Add judges representing the racialized communities that are served

Homelessness 

• Solve homelessness by investing in housing infrastructure, and additional shelters as a transition 
• Comprehensive support packages for homeless population to build a pipeline out of poverty

Cannabis

• Support legislation to increase number of licenses and allowance of municipal cooperatives 
• Invest in educational opportunities and spaces to help address community questions
• Collaborate with Secretary of State to support community driven development of cooperatives 

Fair Taxation 

• Support legislation that increases income tax rate for those making more than $475k (i.e., including pass-through entities)
• Support legislation and initiatives to lower tangible asset tax, which disproportionately weighs on micro-businesses 
• Continue to phase out car tax 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• At every level of government, from executive branch hires, to RFPs and grant criteria frameworks, and for all agencies/departments under the purview of the state, we will work towards greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

"Cycles of poverty will not be dismantled by exploiting the very communities that are capable of bringing lasting programmatic change. It's time to invest in people powered progress."

~ Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz

Health Equity 

• Support equitable access to health resources 
• Support programmatically, gender-inclusive reproductive health 
• Support universal coverage of transitioning therapies 

Health Education

• Gender-inclusive health education
• Expand opportunities within the health professions and leadership roles for LGBTQIA+ community members 

Social Policy 

• Support legislation that protects LGBTQIA+ community from workplace discrimination
• Support legislation that expands LGBTQIA+ access to partner benefits
• Support legislation that expands adoption opportunities for LGBTQIA+ people and families 

Opportunities & Government

• Invest in organizations that create safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ community seeking health, education, and work resources 
• Create LGBTQIA+ Diversity Council to serve as state advisory body

"To accept a person for who they are, one must first know and love themselves. As a cisgender heterosexual man, I am committed to fighting with you for a more inclusive and just society."

~ Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz

Take a moment to listen to an interview between Dr. Muñoz and Dion Sage, Host of The Progress Report 

Dr. Muñoz speaks at Indigenous Peoples' Day protest against the William Blackstone statue in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. 

Statement on State Police Investigation into ILO Group from Dr. Luis Daniel Muñoz,

Democrat Candidate for Governor

Dr. Muñoz engages in a reflective discussion with Bill Bartholomew. Exclusionary practices in electoral politics, healthcare, supplemental wage program, and more... 

Dr. Muñoz and supporters came together to talk about issues, future generations, and steps we can collectively take for progress. 

Dr. Muñoz called on state and federal leaders to support Haitian asylum seekers.  

Dr. Muñoz immediately responded to the news that Attorney General Nerohna launched a 2nd investigation into the McKee Administration. 

Dr. Muñoz worked with Rep. Leonela Felix, D.A.R.E., and George Wiley Center to organize two eviction clinics. In addition, Delia Rodriguez-Mansoan worked with Providence Schools on the same dates to provide opportunities for students and their parents to have rent relief application support.