EMILYs List Congratulates Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos on Election Victory

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November 9, 2022

EMILYs List Congratulates Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos on Election Victory

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, congratulates Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos on her victory in the lieutenant governor race. EMILYs List President Laphonza Butler released the following statement:

“Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos is a champion for every Rhode Islander, and we are thrilled that she will continue serving as a tireless advocate for her state. Matos is a trailblazer with a record of distinguished leadership, and we know she will continue her legacy of securing historic victories for Rhode Island.” 
 
Sabina Matos was appointed to serve as lieutenant governor of Rhode Island in 2021. She served 10 years on the Providence City Council, championing an equity agenda. In 2019, Matos became the first Latina to serve as president of the city council. She was the first-ever Afro-Latina to serve in a statewide public office in Rhode Island. She grew up in the Dominican Republic and immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 20. She has worked on initiatives to build affordable housing, supporting women leaders, and protecting reproductive rights. As lieutenant governor, Matos has been breaking down barriers while empowering those who never had a seat at the table before. Sabina Matos lives in Olneyville, Rhode Island with her husband and two children. 

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