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Leonidas Raptakis

Leonidas Raptakis

Leonidas "Lou" Raptakis has served as a state senator since 1996, representing Coventry and several surrounding communities, and regained his seat in 2013. Prior to that, he was a member of the House of Representatives for four years. He was a candidate for secretary of state in 2010. He is the owner of Venus Pizza in Coventry.

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Leonidas Raptakis
stated on February 5, 2015 testimony before the House Committee on Labor:

The minimum wage has risen $2.35 in the last two years. That's 31 percent.

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By C. Eugene Emery Jr. • February 16, 2015

Leonidas Raptakis
stated on February 11, 2014 a news conference:

Rhode Island is "almost dead last" among Northeastern states in the length of time first-degree murderers must spend in prison before they’re eligible for parole.

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By John Hill • February 22, 2014

Leonidas Raptakis
stated on June 23, 2010 announcing his campaign for secretary of state:

Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis wrongly takes credit for small-business program

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By Cynthia Needham • July 14, 2010

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