James R. Langevin (born April 22, 1964) is the U.S. Representative for Rhode Island's 2nd congressional district, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Read full biography of James Langevin →
Growing up in Rhode Island, I dreamed of a career in law enforcement. That hasn't worked out exactly as I had planned, but life seldom does.
I was so affected by the tragic shootings that took place in Newtown, Connecticut, as we all were.
I'd like to see a comprehensive gun control bill brought to the floor, but if we have to do it in several votes, that's fine, too. But give... →
My work in government has flowed from the fundamental idea of personal empowerment. It's about giving people the tools they need to pave their... →
I don't want someone else to go through and live through the life that I have had to live through in terms of the challenges that I face.
More guns are not the answer to keeping our kids and our communities safer.
To me, that's the role of government: not to give people a hand out, but a hand up... giving people the tools to pave their own way to success.
I am fortunate to have access to an array support and services, and I certainly could not do my job without them. But sadly, not everyone has access... →
My accident happened in what should have been one of the safest places to be: in a police station, at the hands of trained police officers. So more... →
James R. Langevin (born April 22, 1964) is the U.S. Representative for Rhode Island's 2nd congressional district, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party.