By Randal Edgar
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Saying "the Democratic Party has always been about inclusion," House Speaker Gordon Fox said Wednesday that he is "certainly pleased" that Governor Chafee has decided to join the Democratic Party.
"I have not had the opportunity to discuss his decision and his future plans, but I look forward to talking about it with him soon. I have enjoyed an excellent personal relationship with the Governor and he has always been a true gentleman," Fox said.
Chafee, a former Republican, won the 2010 governor's race as an independent, but his spokeswoman said Wednesday that he will switch his affiliation on Thursday and register as a Democrat.