In the six short weeks since I announced my candidacy for Congress, our campaign has raised over $725,000.  We exceeded all of our expectations, and the energy behind this campaign is incredible.  You have sent a message that you want a representative with a proven record of delivering results for hard-working Rhode Island families.

Obviously, in these difficult times, the public must watch municipal budgets carefully. But in an election year, sometimes politicians make wild accusations. For instance, Providence City Councilor John Lombardi, who may run for mayor against the incumbent, David Cicilline, has charged that there have been inappropriate or unauthorized transfers of money between municipal accounts.