Michael Garman

My name is Michael Garman, I’m proudly gay, and I’, a climate and democracy advocate and a lifelong Rhode Islander. I’m running for State Representative, because, now more than ever, we need leaders who 3 will fight for the most vulnerable members of our society and our fundamental values.

I love Providence. I love having immigrant neighbors from across the world who share their cultures, cuisines and celebrations with us. I love living in a city with a vibrant queer community where my boyfriend and I can hold hands in public without having to fear for our safety. I love living blocks away from two world class universities and all they have to offer.

But I’m also afraid. Donald Trump and his allies are lawlessly deploying ICE, working to roll back LGBTQ+ protections and reproductive rights, and chilling academic freedom. In the midst of the crises we are facing—as our constitutional order is being threatened, our neighbors are being kidnapped, climate change is being inflicted upon us, and the rights generations of activists fought fiercely to secure are being rolled back—the East Side, Providence, and all of Rhode Island deserve leaders who will stand up for everyone, no matter the personal cost.