Alex Finkelman Running For State Rep. For Jamestown, Middletown

JAMESTOWN, RI — Alex Finkelman will run for state representative in District 74, representing Jamestown and parts of Middletown.

Finkleman, a Democrat, touted his small business, insurance and finance background. Finkleman, 36, is the president of the Egis Group, which specializes in insurance, consulting and employee benefits. He said he's worked with hundreds of businesses, helping them plan for the future protected.

Finkleman graduated from the University of Hartford with a dual major in insurance and finance. He is a life-long Rhode Islander and lives in Jamestown with his wife Denise and two kids, Oliver, 6, and Andre, 4.

"I decided to run because I believe I have the experience and background to help move our district and our state forward," Finkelman said. "These are challenging times for everyone. No one has been spared from inflation, we’re still dealing with the effects of the pandemic, and our politics have become too polarized. I will use my business background to bring a pragmatic approach to state government, working together with state and local leaders and focusing on issues that have a real, tangible impact on residents of this district."

Finkelman said environmental protection, improving education, and bolstering the economy are the issues he will focus on the most.

"First, I want to put a laser focus on protecting our environment," Finkelman said. "Jamestown and Middletown are coastal communities, and we need to ensure we are protected from the worst effects of climate change, especially rising sea levels. I will support legislation that helps reduce carbon emissions until we are no longer reliant on this type of energy. As a state and as a country, we need to do everything we can to become energy independent. We also need to ensure all students get a high quality public education and learn in schools that are structurally sound, warm, and safe."