 Elizabeth Brunero
School Committee, West Warwick
“I love children and watching them learn. With my interest in educational issues and as a former kindergarten teacher, I believed if I was on the school committee I could have a stronger voice for better education.”
 Elizabeth Dennigan
Representative, District 62
“I first ran for elective office because my city wanted to close a local library; I was on the board of Common Cause at the time and wanted to work in the legislature on good government issues; and the incumbent had just voted against a bill that would have prohibited discrimination in jobs and housing. My family was excited about helping me get elected.”
 Allison Nugent
Director of Public Welfare, Scituate
“I have a lifetime of experience in finding ways to keep household and personal expenses down to a minimum, and at finding resources . . . I look forward to working with the community in growing our food pantry and teaching our children that kindness and charity begin at home – and with our neighbors!”
 Amy G. Rice
Representative, District 72
“I ran for office because I care deeply about improving our educational system, our taxes, healthcare and our environment.” “Rhode Island just met the national average of 22% of women legislators, up from 17% last year. So while we may have come a long way it is not long enough and we need more women.”
 Deb Ruggiero
Representative, District 74
“I ran for office because I wanted to make a difference. Politics is about policy. Policy is about making a difference. You can only make a difference when you have a voice at the table. We need more diverse voices; we need collaboration, inclusiveness and openness in government, and we need more women!”
 Donna M. Walsh
Representative, District 36
"My advice for women running for office: 1) plan well in advance; 2) be involved in your community not only to network but also to learn what the issues are for those you hope to represent; 3) research the candidate you will run against; 4) know yourself - why are you running and what do you want to accomplish; and 5) form a personal 'Board of Directors'."
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