• Press Release

EMILYs List Congratulates Helena Buonanno Foulkes, Sabina Matos, and Kim Ahern on Rhode Island Wins

November 4, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the election of Helena Buonanno Foulkes as Rhode Island governor, Sabina Matos as Rhode Island lieutenant governor, and Kim Ahern as Rhode Island attorney general, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the below statement:

“EMILYs List is proud to congratulate Helena Buonanno Foulkes, Sabina Matos, and Kim Ahern on securing statewide Democratic wins. Our women are at the center of building power and fighting for working families. These bold women have proven track records of delivering for Rhode Island families and we have no doubt that they will take that same fight in their newly elected roles. As Trump continues to make life less affordable for working families, Helena, Sabina, and Kim will deliver lower costs, affordable healthcare, and fight for all Rhode Islanders. We are proud to have supported them in this election, and we are proud to witness them provide the leadership Rhode Islanders deserve.”

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