Platform

Education

As an educator in the Providence public school system, every day, Enrique sees how chronic underfunding harms students. According to a 2022 report, the Providence school district receives 13.5% less in funding than wealthier districts in Rhode Island. Enrique will fight for quality public schools and teachers for all, to ensure that no student is left behind. He will also ensure that educators in Providence are paid a living wage.

Healthcare

Healthcare is a right, and no Rhode Islander should be put into debt over a hospital visit. In the legislature, Enrique will not only resist Medicaid cuts but will push for an expansion of Medicaid so that every resident is guaranteed healthcare, including children. This is a vital component of an evidence-based approach to public health that will ameliorate the ongoing effects of the pandemic.

Housing

Enrique believes that no one should have to choose between paying rent and putting food on the table. That’s why he supports building more affordable housing units in the city and stabilizing rent.

Environmental Justice

The state government has stood idly by for too long while residents are exposed to pollution and unclean water. Enrique will work to keep big polluters out of our neighborhoods and pass legislation to replace lead pipes in Rhode Island.

Immigrant Rights

Our immigrant neighbors deserve support and protection. Enrique will fight against ICE having a foothold in Rhode Island so those who came to America for a better life will not have to worry for their safety.

Fighting for Working People

Enrique will always put the people first in his policies. His plan for reducing class inequality includes repealing the 2006 tax cuts for the rich, a minimum wage of at least $19, and holding corrupt officials accountable.