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New York · New York Senate District 39 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Lisa Kaul

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Dutchess County legislator

2026 race · New York Senate District 39

86% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

86%14%

89% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

89%11%
● Lisa Kaul● Robert RolisonINCAlso: Evan R. Menist (WF)
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Background

Experience
Local office

Links: Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$137.2K
From individuals
$114.3K
Spent
$463.8K
Public matching funds
$487.9K
Small donors (≤$250)
52% of individual money
Contributions
1,261

Money: NYS Board of Elections, through Sep 28, 2026.

Top contributors
  1. Helene Paris · $10K
  2. Cwa District 1 Pac · $5K
  3. Preston Werner Revocable Trust · $5K
  4. Patriot PAC NY · $2.5K
  5. Dutchess Democratic Women'S Caucus · $2.5K

Opponents in 2026