June 13, 2010

Steve Archambault, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, today announced that he has won the endorsement of UA Local 51 Plumbers & Pipefitters Union.

Steve Archambault said, "I am pleased to have won the support of the Plumbers & Pipefitters Union. As Attorney General, I will stand up for Rhode Island consumers and working families as they continue to face tough economic challenges."

Steve Archambault continues to pick up grassroots support. He has won the endorsements of the Exeter , Foster, Johnston , North Providence and Smithfield Democratic Committees

In early April, Archambault won the endorsement of the Association of City and Town Democratic Chairs—winning the endorsement vote with the support of nearly 3-out-of--4 chairs who cast ballots.

Archambault, who serves as a Councilman in Smithfield , would bring a broad legal background to the Attorney General's office. He has served as a police officer, local Prosecutor and defense attorney.

Archambault is leading the fight against rate hikes by Blue Cross and other health insurers and has repeatedly called for new tough scrutiny of administrative costs.

To learn more about Steve Archambault and how he will serve the people of Rhode Island as our next Attorney General, visit www.archambaultforattorneygeneral.com.