Helena Foulkes

Democratic · Governor, Rhode Island
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

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Helena Foulkes

Democratic · Candidate for Governor, Rhode Island

Foulkes received a bachelor's degree in economics and an M.B.A. from Harvard University in 1986 and 1992, respectively.

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Also running: Ken Block (I) · Jasjit Gotra (I) · Aaron Guckian (R) · CD Reynolds (I)

Where Foulkes stands

Position history

Millionaire's tax for housing

  1. Mar 2, 2026 (Statement releasing her housing plan funded by a tax on income over $1 million)
    I will be a governor who will get shovels in the ground to build tens of thousands of new homes and apartments that Rhode Islanders can afford.
    Source: Boston Globe, Mar 2, 2026
  2. Mar 2, 2026 (Interview with NBC 10 News on the same plan)
    We want to use the money to address the burning issue for Rhode Islanders. It's the number one issue.
    Source: WJAR NBC 10, Mar 2, 2026

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