RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: Joy Fox For U.S. Congress

RHODE ISLAND — The primary election in Rhode Island is fast approaching. Although the race has been headlined by a contentious governor's race, there are plenty of other important races at the local level, including who will represent District 2 for the Ocean State in U.S. Congress.

Six Democrats are vying for the congressional seat in the primary: including Omar Bah, Spencer Dickinson, Joy Fox, Seth Magaziner, Sarah Morgenthau and David Segal.

To help inform voters prior to the Sept. 13 primary, Patch is publishing candidate profiles. This one focuses on Fox.

Name

Joy Fox

Campaign website

https://www.JoyFoxCongress.com

City or town of residence

Warwick, RI

Office sought

U.S. Congress

District, if applicable

2nd Congressional District

Party affiliation

Democrat

Education

Joy attended the Edward S. Rhodes Elementary School, where her parents first met when they were in kindergarten. She attended St. Paul’s School and St. Mary Academy Bay View and received her college degree from Rhode Island College.

Occupation

CEO, Clarendon Group

Family

Joy is the oldest of five siblings and has two nephews and two nieces.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

N/A

Age

44

Previous public office, appointive or elective

No

Why are you seeking this office?

Through experience working in government and running a small business, I have gained a deep understanding of both the challenges and successes of people living in RI's 2nd District. I am running to represent my neighbors and make sure Washington is working for them.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I have deep roots and a deep understanding of the 2nd District. I grew up in Cranston, I live in Warwick now. I served in government here and run a small business here now. It’s also time to send the first Democratic woman to Congress from Rhode Island.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

We need to provide better supports for our family caregivers. To do this, we need to expand access to community supports and we need to pass a permanent paid leave program that is accessible to all workers. We learned during the pandemic that paid leave works for employers and families. I know firsthand the challenges that family caregivers face. My mom is my dad's primary caregiver as he struggles with Alzheimer’s. Paid leave is critical for the health and financial security of our families.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Throughout my career I have been hard at work for the families of Rhode Island. As Director of Communications and Community Relations for Congressman Langevin, I helped cut bureaucratic red tape to get veterans their benefits, seniors their Social Security, and workers access to affordable health care. As Director of Communications for Governor Raimondo, I was instrumental in expanding all-day kindergarten and winning investments in workforce development and bridge and road repairs.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

The best decisions are made when you have people with different experiences around the table. It’s why we need to send the first Democratic woman to Congress. Including different backgrounds leads to stronger outcomes.