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Rep. Alzate and RI Legislative Black and Latino Caucus thank Dr. Alexander-Scott for her service to RI

 

STATE HOUSE – The Rhode Island Legislative Black and Latino Caucus, chaired by Rep. Karen Alzate (D-Dist. 60, Pawtucket), is releasing the following statement thanking Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott for her service to the residents of Rhode Island.

 

“The Black and Latino Caucus extends to Dr. Alexander-Scott our deepest thanks and gratitude for her commitment to the public health and well-being of all Rhode Islanders.  In particular, we thank her for her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and how she strived to ensure that Rhode Island’s most marginalized and affected communities received the care and attention that they deserved,” said Chairwoman Alzate and the Caucus.

 

The Rhode Island Legislative Black and Latino Caucus (RILBLC) represents and advocates for the interests of disadvantaged people throughout the State of Rhode Island. It seeks to increase a diverse participation and representation in all levels of government. The goal is to close, and ultimately to eliminate, disparities that still exist between white and non-white Americans in every aspect of life.

 

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