“We can support our police and support our people at the same time — that’s what a real Blue-Collar Democrat stands for.”

1. Restoring Respect for Law Enforcement and the Rule of Law

Providence deserves a government that respects both the badge and the community.

As Mayor, I will ensure that Providence Police, Rhode Island State Police, and Correctional Officers can perform their duties without political interference, while remaining accountable under the law.

• No officer should have to fear doing their job within the boundaries of the law.
• No politician should interfere in lawful arrests, investigations, or disciplinary processes.
• Police will have clear, consistent support from City Hall — because safety comes before politics.

2. A Clear Message: If You Break the Law, We Have a Place for You

Crime and drugs destroy communities. Providence will take a zero-tolerance stance toward those who poison or prey upon our city.

• Drug Dealers: If you deal drugs in Rhode Island, we have a place for you.
• Drug Deaths: If someone dies from a product you supplied, we have a place for you.
• Violent and Predatory Crimes: Stealing, domestic violence, hit-and-run, rape, child molestation, failure to register as a sex offender, battery, or reckless driving — if you do it, we have a place for you.
• Due Process for All: If you disagree with your charge, you have a right to court — not to fight it on the street.

This is how we rebuild safe, respectful neighborhoods and restore accountability.

3. Rebuilding Trust Through Community-Based Policing

Respect goes both ways. To strengthen trust, I will launch the “Police & Community Unity Initiative”, building personal relationships between officers and residents.

• City-Sponsored Police Sports Leagues: Basketball, football, and other recreational teams coached by officers, firefighters, and city employees to bring youth and public servants together.
• Neighborhood Partnership Days: Monthly meet-and-greets between officers and residents to share food, sports, and open dialogue.
• Mentorship Programs: Officers and firefighters volunteering as mentors for at-risk youth and after-school programs.

These programs turn uniforms into familiar faces — and neighborhoods into allies, not adversaries.

4. Accountability and Respect on Both Sides

• The community must respect officers who are doing their jobs in good faith.
• If you disagree with an officer’s actions, the proper channels are open — the Police Chief, the City Council, the Mayor’s Office, or your State Representative.
• If you truly disagree with how leadership runs the department, you can vote us out — that’s democracy.
• But at no time should anyone take their frustration out on a police officer who is performing lawful duties.

Respect goes both ways — and Providence will model that balance.

5. A Safer, Fairer Providence for Everyone

This agenda is about balance — strong enforcement paired with strong community engagement.

It’s about making Providence a city where:

• Law enforcement officers are respected.
• Communities feel heard.
• Criminals face justice.
• Politics stays out of policing.
• And young people grow up trusting those who protect them.
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Michael English

Blue-Collar Democrat for Mayor of Providence 2026

“Let’s Build Respect, Restore Safety, and Reclaim Our City — Together.”

Providence deserves leadership that backs the men and women who keep our city safe — not politicians who play games with public safety.

As Mayor, Michael English will ensure that Providence Police, the Rhode Island State Police, and Correctional Officers can do their jobs without political interference — and with full respect from the community they serve.