Claiborne Pell: “I welcome this confirmation and look forward to the leadership and skills that Chief Leyden will bring to his tenure in…”

“I welcome this confirmation and look forward to the leadership and skills that Chief Leyden will bring to his tenure in office as marshal in Rhode Island. His record in law enforcement has been impeccable, spanning 37 years and encompassing virtually every aspect of police work, from routine patrol work, to investigation, to personnel and departmental administration. He currently serves as the chief of police and public safety director for the town of North Kingstown in Rhode Island, a position in which he has performed with distinction for over 10 years. Perhaps most indicative of the general regard in which he is held, is the near universal acclamation his consideration and nomination by President Clinton has met. I am confident that his service will do honor to Rhode Island and the country. Again I am pleased that the Senate has chosen to confirm Chief Leyden, I extend my best wishes as he begins his work in this position, and look forward to working with him in the delivery of law enforcement services to Rhode Island.”