NEW: Taveras Endorsed by Brotherhood of Police Officers, Government Employees

NEW: Taveras Endorsed by Brotherhood of Police Officers, Government Employees

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Angel Taveras picked up an endorsement from the Rhode Island Office of the National Association of Government Employees/International Brotherhood of Police Officers, an organization representing approximately 1200 police officers and 300 other government employees across 28 Rhode Island communities.

“The Committee was impressed with Mayor Taveras’ plans to help improve Rhode Island’s economy, while putting people first. Angel is committed to supporting public safety professionals and knows that a safe society means one where we are respected,” said Anthony Capezza, Jr., NAGE/IBPO State Director. “As mayor, he saved the City of Providence from a near certain bankruptcy. His leadership moved the city forward and put it on a strong financial path – even in the midst of a difficult recession. This experience and his willingness to work with the labor community is what our state needs to allow us to achieve our common goal of fairness and prosperity for all Rhode Islanders.”

Taveras Honored

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“I have an immense amount of respect for our police officers and our civil servants. These men and women get up every day to protect and serve our communities. We owe it to them to respect that service,” said Taveras. “I am honored to have the support of NAGE/IBPO and believe that together we can build a stronger economy and a Rhode Island where all of our citizens have the opportunity to succeed.”