Gerry Leonard Wins GOP Primary for 1st Congressional District

Gerry Leonard Wins GOP Primary for 1st Congressional District

Republican Party of Rhode Island Chairman Joe Powers released the following statement on today’s primary election results after the victory by Gerry Leonard.

“I want to congratulate Gerry Leonard and Niyoka Powell for stepping up to hold Democrats accountable. This November, Rhode Islanders will have an opportunity to elect newcomers to Washington, D.C., and Smith Hill. Now, more than ever, Rhode Islanders deserve leaders who will put the needs of working families ahead of special interests. 

For too long, entrenched career politicians have left Rhode Island working families behind. It is time we elect leaders that represent our communities and will fight to bring much-needed relief and common-sense solutions to the Ocean State and the course correction it so desperately needs.”

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Leonard was a graduate of North Kingstown High School in 1983. Leonard served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 30 years and reached the rank of colonel. He earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Hartwick College in 1987, a master's degree from Marine Corps University, and a master's degree in national security and strategic studies from the U.S. Naval War College. 

Leonard will face Democrat Gabe Amo in the special election in November.