The Scoop: Lombardi Seriously Considering Running for Mayor

Wednesday, November 06, 2013

Anthony Faccenda, The Scoop

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Lombardi Mulls Entering Mayor's Race

State Representative and former Acting Mayor of Providence John Lombardi is seriously considering running for mayor of Providence, GoLocal has learned.

Lombardi, who represents District 8 in Providence, told GoLocal today that he is “absolutely” thinking about entering the race. "I have the necessary experience to lead Providence," said Lombardi.

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When asked what prompted him to consider joining the race, Lombardi told GoLocal that the current mayoral field lacks both experience and leadership.

Lombardi told GoLocal that he will make his final decision by January 1.

If Lombardi enters the race, he would join a crowded field of Democratic candidates, which includes City Council President Michael Solomon, former Water Supply Board Chairman Brett Smiley, former Housing Court Judge Jorge Elorza, and managing director at Ballentine Partners Lorne Adrain.

The winner of the Democratic Primary will face Republican Dr. Daniel Harrop, who is running for mayor for the third time.

Lombardi ran for mayor in 2010, finishing second in the Democratic primary to current Providence Mayor and 2014 gubernatorial candidate Angel Taveras.

Prior to joining the House of Representatives, Lombardi served on the Providence City Council for over 26 years—including eight years as council president. During his tenure as council president, Lombardi served as Acting Mayor of Providence for four months between the resignation of Buddy Cianci and the election of David Cicilline.

In addition to his legislative position, Lombardi is currently employed as an attorney.

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