Currently holds the office of Rhode Island State Senate - District 13 until January 5, 2027.
Candidate for Rhode Island State Senate - District 13 in 2026 Rhode Island Primary Election.
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Get StartedDawn has been a long-standing advocate for LGBTQ equality, rooted in her early work in the marriage equality movement that helped secure Rhode Island’s legalization of same-sex marriage. Learn more
Dawn’s approach to public safety is grounded in fairness, accountability, and a justice system that earns public trust. Learn more
Dawn has focused on supporting those who serve and have served. Learn more
Dawn has remained a consistent defender of strong public school funding. Learn more
Her approach to clean energy is rooted in the belief that an energy transition is essential not only to address climate change, but also to “unrig” and rewrite a utility system that too often places unfair burdens on working people. Learn more
Dawn has been a leading advocate for strengthening democracy and expanding access to the ballot box in Rhode Island. Learn more
Dawn is pushing to restore genuine merit selection and end the magistrate loophole. Learn more
Dawn has been a consistent advocate for expanding access to healthcare and protecting reproductive freedom in Rhode Island. Learn more
She has supported efforts to expand housing production, remove barriers to new development, strengthen protections for renters and homeowners, and invest in the infrastructure needed to support growing communities. Learn more
Dawn has supported policies that protect the dignity, independence, and financial security of Rhode Island’s older adults, with a focus on helping seniors age in place in communities like Newport and Jamestown. Learn more
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