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Cianci took workers’ campaign cash despite pledge

By Michelle Smith
Published October 8, 2014 11:26pm ET
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Cianci took workers’ campaign cash despite pledge
FILE - In this Sept. 10, 2014, file photo, former Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci, center, speaks with supporters, including assistant city solicitor Kevin McHugh, holding wine glass at left, during a fundraising event in Providence, R.I. Cianci accepted campaign contributions from dozens of city employees, including a $125 contribution from McHugh, in his comeback bid for City Hall despite pledging not to, according to campaign finance reports filed Tuesday. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File) | Steven Senne

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Ex-Mayor Buddy Cianci accepted campaign contributions from dozens of city employees in his comeback bid for City Hall despite saying he hadn’t and pledging he wouldn’t, according to campaign finance reports.

At a Sept. 17 mayoral forum, the 73-year-old independent addressed criticism about corruption and pay-to-play practices during his previous administrations.

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