My name is Anthony John Dattorro, and this blog is a space for me to share my experiences as I navigate life in the United States as a 31-year-old man living in Rhode Island in 2025.
I’ve been fortunate to pursue higher education, earning a Bachelor of Science from Rhode Island College and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Rhode Island. My career in information technology has taken me through roles at Rhode Island College and The Kraft Group, and I now serve as an Information Technologist for the University of Rhode Island’s Graduate School of Oceanography.
The purpose of this blog is to serve as a reference point—a reflection of who I am, what I’m experiencing, and a historical record for my descendants. If you’re reading this in the future, know that I wish I could have met you. But even if I’m not here in person, I don’t need to be physically present to tell you how much you mean to me.
Politically, I identify as a Progressive. As I write this in 2025, the United States is in a period of deep political turbulence. Economic inequality is widening, the cost of living continues to rise, and fundamental rights are being debated and, in too many cases, stripped away. The country feels more divided than ever, with polarization fueling resentment rather than progress. The system itself is built to prioritize profit over people, and I believe that needs to change. It would be irresponsible for me not to advocate for what I believe in. You can’t stop existing just because someone or something tries to bully you into conformity. Progress has never come from silence.
The role of government, in my view, is to level the playing field so that success isn’t determined by the circumstances of one’s birth but by the aspirations and efforts of the individual. I want a world where no one has to question whether they are good enough. As Americans, I believe it is our responsibility to create a just and moral nation—one that does the best it can for every citizen.