Charles J. Levesque (Portsmouth Town Council At-large, Rhode Island, candidate 2024)

Charles J. Levesque

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Democratic Party

Candidate, Portsmouth Town Council At-large

Elections and appointments

Last election

September 10, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Rhode Island, 1977

Personal

Religion

Atheist

Profession

Attorney

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Charles J. Levesque (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Portsmouth Town Council At-large in Rhode Island. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Levesque completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Charles J. Levesque provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 6, 2024:

• Birth date: August 2, 1954
• Birth place: Newport Rhode Island, Rhode Island
• High school: Portsmouth High School Portsmouth Rhode Island
• Bachelor's: University of Rhode Island, 1977
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Atheist
• Profession: Attorney
• Prior offices held:
  • Town council member (2022)
  • Family Court Magistrate. (2010-2018)
  • Rhode Island state senator (2003-2011)
  • assistant Town solicitor town of Portsmouth (2008-2009)
• Incumbent officeholder: Yes

Elections

General election

General election for Portsmouth Town Council At-large

The following candidates ran in the general election for Portsmouth Town Council At-large on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Sondra A. Blank (D)
	Submit photo	David P. Fiorillo (D)
	Submit photo	Timothy E. Grissett (D)
	Submit photo	Charles J. Levesque (D)
	Submit photo	Tasha Marie MacGibbon (D)
	Submit photo	Juan Carlos Payero (D)
	Submit photo	John Mark Ryan (D)
	Submit photo	David M. Gleason (R)
	Submit photo	Keith E. Hamilton (R)
	Submit photo	Sharlene M. Patton (R)
	Submit photo	David G. Reise (R)
	Submit photo	Mary Anne McDowell (Independent)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Portsmouth Town Council At-large

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for Portsmouth Town Council At-large on September 10, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Sondra A. Blank
	Submit photo	Michael Dipaola
	Submit photo	David P. Fiorillo
	Submit photo	Timothy E. Grissett
	Submit photo	Charles J. Levesque
	Submit photo	Tasha Marie MacGibbon
	Submit photo	Juan Carlos Payero
	Submit photo	John Mark Ryan
	Submit photo	Tarah Beth Woods

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Charles J. Levesque completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Levesque's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a lifelong citizen of the town of Portsmouth who wishes to serve my community.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• The town has to do everything in its power to be more energy self-sufficient.
• The town have to resolve itself to addressing the major transportation issues in the community
• Elected representative must be responsive to the community and Preserve in advance the quality of life in the town

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The most significant problem facing the town of Portsmouth State of Rhode Island the country in the world is the devastating effect of climate change. That is my top priority even though at the Town Council person I would only be able to deal with the edges of it.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Local government is for government closest to the people that deals with mundane issues of Roads essential issue of Education of children.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I believe it would be my late father and mother they love their family and their community and work tirelessly to improve both. I would also say I admire Jonas Salk who realized that the gift of life is one that should be given freely.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Well the historic character was different than that betrayed in the film I believe 'a man for all seasons' staring Paul Scofield is representative of my political philosophy.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Willingness to act without you a favor. A curiosity about the world around them. An attention to advance the interest of all the citizens of the community. Curiosity and integrity

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Courage Integrity curiosity.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Curiosity and integrity.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I like to see assumes I would be given credit for it. I'm looking to leave a better community State and Country then I found. If I achieved that I will achieve my goals.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I believe it was the assassination of John F Kennedy which encode when I was 9 years old

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I pick potatoes for a local farmer. Lasted about a week.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Catch 22 because it laid there the absurdity of it all

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Holden Caulfield or Gandalf

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Including earworms I would say 'in my life' by John Lennon

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Well I have managed to quit both an alcohol and cigarettes. I have to acknowledge that as somebody running for public office I have not been particularly Adept at suffering fools.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

We can change water into wine

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes. I believe institutional knowledge is important for longer you do not let it hamstring you.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Curiosity.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

I previously indicated it is closest to the people and deals with issues more pressing to the day-to-day lives.

Tell us your favorite joke.

I would like to live in the world where a chicken could cross the road without having its motive questions.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

All of the activities of the Portsmouth Town Council are recorded and then uploaded to youtube. I believe that we cannot be more transparent. We all elected every 2 years so I do not believe we can be more accountable.

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