Providence, RI– Last evening, Treasurer Magaziner released the following statement:
SETH MAGAZINER
“At a time when American democracy is under siege from conspiracy theorists and white supremacists determined to overturn the free and fair Presidential election, Representative Justin Price has abused his platform by amplifying false conspiracy theories surrounding the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
His behavior risks inflaming an already charged situation by encouraging those seeking to overturn the election.
Additionally, when the Rhode Island House of Representatives met last week, Representative Price refused to wear a mask, putting his colleagues and staff members at risk.
As elected officials we are duty bound to defend our democratic system of government, to tell our constituents the truth , and to promote public health in the midst of this pandemic.
Representative Price’s actions of the past week demonstrate that he lacks the judgement to hold public office.
He should resign from the House.
If he does not, the House Republican Caucus should expel him to make clear that his behavior does not represent the Republican Party in our state.”