Welcome!

Since I was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2006, I have been a strong, independent voice for the people of Swansea, Rehoboth, Seekonk, and Norton.  I have fought to change the culture of Beacon Hill and have not been afraid to stand up to House leadership and special interests. I have been recognized as having one of the most independent voting records in the House.

I have advocated for closing corporate tax loopholes, fought against wasteful spending and pushed for more transparency in government. I have been leading the charge for good government – government that is honest, open and fair.

Without a doubt, these are difficult and unsettling times. Far too many people are out of work and far too many have lost their homes. Families have less to spend, and as a result, state revenues are down dramatically.  At the same time, more families have been forced to turn to the Commonwealth for help.

As we continue the struggle to make government more accountable and fair, it is important that we not lose sight of the important role that government plays in our lives. It educates our children. It helps us care for our elders and the less fortunate – like neighbors burdened with mental illness or families struggling to care for children with developmental disabilities.

Wise investments in critical areas like education; transportation; public safety and a trustworthy judicial system have historically been the underpinning of our economic strength. Sustaining as much of that infrastructure as possible has been, and will remain, crucial to the economic recovery that is now underway.