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Stronger as a team

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Compared to prior inaugurations, it was a “down to business” inaugural ceremony Sunday for Gov. Dan McKee.

There was no heavy artillery salute, flyover by National Guard C-130s or performance by big bands. Also, there was no pre- or post-event smooching in the halls or on the steps of the State House.

But McKee didn’t need frills to deliver his message that he will never take his oath of office lightly “because Rhode Island has always been my home.” McKee touched on the challenges of the past year and what the pandemic has done to families and businesses, and he spoke of the resolve of Rhode Islanders and those who have helped us get through these times.

“Today, we move forward. Today, is about our future,” he said.

“Together, we’re going to keep Rhode Islanders healthy. We’re going to get us back to work. We’re going to get teachers and students safely back in school. We’re going to get our businesses back in business. And we’re going to make sure that families in all 39 cities and towns not only recover, but come back stronger,” he said.

Citing a fully vaccinated Rhode Island as a priority, he called on Rhode Islanders to work as a team.

“We will get through this, together. We are getting through this, together. And we will come out of this crisis a stronger, better Rhode Island,” he said.

He said he and his team are prepared to lead and to beat COVID-19.

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