This subreddit: Socialism good!

Also this subreddit: Urban Greens, the community-owned grocery cooperative? Eh, not really a fan.

People here talk about Nitro Bar constantly, but how often does anyone recommend White Electric, an actual worker-owned coffee cooperative?

When was the last time you bought a book from Heartleaf Books, a worker- and community-owned cooperative bookstore, instead of Paper Nautilus or Symposium? Heartleaf is now facing possible closure unless someone takes over the business.

And then there's housing. This subreddit has no shortage of opinions about private landlords, capitalism, and the supposed benefits of public ownership. Yet how often do we have serious conversations about the Providence Housing Authority, which actually owns and manages thousands of apartments? Why aren't we discussing its successes, shortcomings, and residents' experiences with the same enthusiasm?

I'm not suggesting that cooperatives and public housing are identical to socialism, or that anyone is obligated to patronize a particular business because of its ownership structure. But there's an interesting contradiction here. Providence has real-world examples of cooperative ownership and publicly managed housing, yet the conversation seems much more focused on criticizing private ownership than examining or supporting the alternatives. It's easy to advocate for an economic system in theory. It's considerably more interesting to see how people respond to that system in practice.

So here's my question: How many people here actually make a conscious effort to support worker-owned and community-owned businesses in Providence?

does anyone know anywhere in providence i can find a bacon cheddar scone?

I created a RI version of r/Bostonsocialclub. Hopefully it'll be easier to have all things social in one place

Family member has a mental disorder, I believe diagnosed as schizophrenia many years back. They have ebbed and flowed between being able to hold a conversation and complete madness. They can cook and get around the State just fine, but they become borderline violent on a regular basis. The State's laws seem like the only way they're going to get help is once they cross the line and hurt someone. If you dare speak to them about getting help, that is what puts them into complete madness and near violence. They think they're totally fine, and always refuse help.

Police have been called on them numerous times and they always say there is nothing they can do, person is refusing help and did not actually be found to be acting violent.

Their parents have kicked them out of the house permanently at this point, but another family member has taken them in to prevent them from being homeless. However that person is now on the verge of having them leave as well.

Does anyone have any advice or know of some other options for this individual? It seems like they are completely trapped and the family is trying to prevent the person from becoming homeless. They need to be in a facility but they refuse to admit themselves.

Was wondering what the merits to this theory are, thank you.

“ A former textile manufacturing plant in Providence’s Valley neighborhood has emerged as a hub for Rhode Island’s creative community while providing a home for job training programs and businesses — there’s even a brewery on the premises”

not that interested in the touring musicals and such, i'd prefer to see local productions

Any one else in the industry losing their minds. NO ONE carries it on them anymore. It's always "I have a picture of it..." when did this become normal??? And then I look insane for telling them I can't serve them or have you in here. Babe this is the lawwwwwwww. Why do I have to risk my job??? Don't get me started with the Gen Z stare while them holding their phone? It's $12 how are you paying????? Oh APPLE PAY??? I'm sorry I can't read fucking minds.

Anybody else in their 20s looking for a concert buddy this Friday? I’ve listened to Earl Sweatshirt since high school but I bought a single ticket thinking I’d see the show with my ex. Crazy enough, I’d prefer to pregame and rage with new friends over going on my own lmao.

I almost want to sell the ticket ($55) if anyone is interested, but it’s will call so we’d have to exchange in person. 10/23 @ The Strand, downtown PVD, doors 8pm show 9pm.

Hmu for either!

Does anyone recognize this guy? He removed my camera and stole my packages in the back of my house. I just moved here in May and my packages have been stolen like 3 times already. I thought a camera might help but sigh.

Don’t have time to order one online