Lincoln Chafee for President

"Chafee Announcement To Run For President" +

2:57 video from June 3, 2015.

[Music]  Lincoln Chafee: I'm Lincoln Chafee, and I'm running for president. 

We in America have real problems to solve.  Let's make good decisions.  Smart countries invest in their transportation networks. 

I know that we can address climate change and extreme weather, and protect American jobs.

There's a gnawing sense of hopelessness in many of our cities. 

We need to increase our focus and investment in our public schools and universities.

Let's get affordable health care to everyone. 

We can should do better for native Americans, new Americans and disadvantaged Americans.  And we need to make sure that real opportunity exists for all Americans.

In America, freedom is special.  Let's not sacrifice our civil liberties for a false sense of security.

Our Founders designed the Great Seal with the eagle's talons holding arrows and olive branches.  I believe that with the proper meshing of a strong military with a commitment to peace we can achieve security and sustainability.

I voted against the Iraq war.  I knew it was based on lies. 

And now I'm alarmed about the international instability especially in the Middle East and North Africa.  I don't like where this is going.  In this age of nuclear weapons and the chaos that threatens our collective future we need fresh ideas and the most skillful diplomacy. 

The election of 2016 is a crucial moment for us as Americans.  While the Republican candidates continue to stoke fear and anger, I believe it is up to Democrats to offer a more hopeful and a more realistic alternative.

Over the last 30 years I have served as a mayor, a governor and a United States Senator.  My career is marked by the highest ethical standards, and I have a proven record as a peacemaker.  Time and time again I have exercised good judgment, exhibited level-headnesses, and shown careful foresight when making decisions.  And I stand on my principles.  I always fight for what I think is America's long-term best interest.  I'm not afraid to take the heat from pundits or political opponents.  My reputation for speaking truth to power is hard-earned.  I am ready to lead. 

To learn more about me and my vision, visit chafee2016.com. 

I look forward to seeing you on the campaign trail.


Notes: Chafee announced at George Mason University on June 3.