Chick Frasco
The five Providence Mayoral candidates released their campaign fundraising totals this week, and Democrat Brett Smiley leads the pack, with just over $250,000.00 in funds. City Council president Michael Solomon remains close behind, followed by Lorne Adrain, and Jorge Elorza. The sole GOP candidate, Dr. Daniel Harrop remains in last place, having raised just over $50,000.
What does this mean? Who knows. Many consider Solomon, based on his City Hall experience and presence with the city to be the lead candidate, but, Smiley has also been a loud presence in the community during the race.
However, if Buddy Cianci throws his hat into the ring, and all indications are that he will, all bets are off.
The five Providence Mayoral candidates released their campaign fundraising totals this week, and Democrat Brett Smiley leads the pack, with just over $250,000.00 in funds. City Council president Michael Solomon remains close behind, followed by Lorne Adrain, and Jorge Elorza. The sole GOP candidate, Dr. Daniel Harrop remains in last place, having raised just over $50,000.
What does this mean? Who knows. Many consider Solomon, based on his City Hall experience and presence with the city to be the lead candidate, but, Smiley has also been a loud presence in the community during the race.
However, if Buddy Cianci throws his hat into the ring, and all indications are that he will, all bets are off.
