The Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals Endorses Rep. Gregg Amore for R. I. Secretary of State

The Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals Executive Board voted unanimously to endorse East Providence State Representative Gregg Amore in his candidacy for Secretary of State. For the past 27 years Gregg has taught U. S. History, Civics, and Government at his alma mater East Providence High School. He has also been a coach and currently serves as the district’s athletic director.

Gregg has served five terms as a State Representative from District 65. He is the Chair of the House Finance Sub Committee on Education and serves on the House Small Business committee.

As a member of the General Assembly, Gregg has been a tireless advocate for legislation that supports workers and their families. As an educator Gregg has been a champion for teachers and other school personnel. He is a staunch supporter of legislation to increase school funding, expand early childhood education, and ensure teacher voice in the workplace. Gregg has worked with our leaders from public higher education institutions to provide additional funding and expand benefits to the faculties and staff.

Gregg has also taken a prominent role in the expansion of civics education in our schools and the codification of voting rights in our state. He is also a strong advocate for the expansion of healthcare access for our citizens.

RIFTHP President Frank Flynn said, “We are proud to endorse Rep. Gregg Amore for Secretary of State. His work as a teacher, coach, and State Representative in conjunction with his knowledge of government, civics, and finance make him imminently qualified for this role. He brings a keen intellect, strong work ethic, and collaborative nature to this role which will greatly benefit the State of Rhode Island.”

The Rhode Island Federation of Teachers and Health Professionals wholeheartedly endorses Representative Gregg Amore for the office of Secretary of State.