PRIORITIES | Coyne for Lt. Gov.

In Rhode Island, the Lieutenant Governor has been called to step in as Governor seven times in our history. When that happens, the question is always: “Is the Lieutenant Governor ready to lead?” When Cindy Coyne is elected, no one will have to ask that question. She will be ready to lead.

Breaking Barriers and Serving Others

Cindy’s father, who was also a state trooper, taught her that there was nothing she couldn’t do if she put her mind to it. She's carried that lesson with her throughout her life:

As a trailblazer: Cindy is proud to be one of the first women to graduate from the Rhode Island State Police Academy, proving that women have exactly what it takes to protect and serve.
As a public servant: She retired as a Lieutenant after 20 years with the State Police, where she enforced the law with integrity and worked to keep our state safe.
As a legislator: She served for four years on the Barrington Town Council and for eight years as a State Senator, where she built a reputation for integrity and transparency, especially when it came to the prevention of human trafficking, ensuring our State prioritized research on Alzheimer’s disease, and successfully fighting to pass legislation banning ghost guns.
As a mom: It meant multitasking. In between wearing a wire, fighting corruption and stopping the flow of illegal drugs, Cindy was also blessed to have married a wonderful man and raise four exceptional children. Each of them have always been her inspiration to continue her public service to help make a better future for generations of Rhode Islanders to come.

My Vision for Rhode Island

The Lieutenant Governor’s office plays the critical role of being ready to serve as Governor if called upon to do so. And, it is also a platform to solve real problems. As your Lieutenant Governor, Cindy will focus on:

ELEVATING Small Business: Our small businesses are the backbone of our economy, yet our national rankings are some of the lowest in the nation and continue slipping. Cindy will use her role as Chair of the Small Business Advocacy Council to turn that around.
EXPLORING Government Oversight: It is time to seriously consider creating an Office of Inspector General to identify waste and ensure your tax dollars are used efficiently.
EMPOWERING Caregivers: We must support those who care for our seniors. Cindy is fighting for a state caregiver tax credit and a continuum of care that allows Rhode Islanders to age with dignity in their own homes.
EVOLVING Emergency Prep: Ensure that the Emergency Management Agency continues to adapt to evolving threats by fostering a more resilient Rhode Island and focusing on emerging issues such as flood risk reduction and mitigating natural hazards.

The "ABCs" of Better Government

Her approach is simple:

A is for Accountability and Affordability. We must make our government more accountable to Rhode Islanders and make our state a more affordable place to live and work.
B is for Better, Balanced, and Bipartisan. We get more done when we work together.
C is for Common Sense and Creative Collaboration. We need new solutions to push back against federal uncertainty and protect our state's values.

We are living in unprecedented times. Between the rising cost of living, and the unpredictable and erratic actions of the Trump administration, Rhode Island needs experienced, steady leadership that isn't afraid to stand up for what's right. Cindy Coyne's common sense approach has always been about bringing people together, listening, seeking the truth and solving problems. That's what government should be about.