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Bridge woes put Rhode Island’s incumbent governor on the line

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Source: Politico
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Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee faces a high-stakes Democratic primary against Helena Foulkes, with the Washington Bridge traffic crisis becoming a symbol of voter frustration over costs and government responsiveness. The rematch from 2022 pits McKee’s incumbency record against Foulkes’ populist platform amid a broader anti-incumbent mood shaping the 2026 elections, including labor support shifts and debates over housing, energy, and safety.

Topics:nationpolitics#2026-elections#dan-mckee#helena-foulkes#politics#rhode-island#washington-bridge
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  4. McKee and Foulkes clash on CVS, Washington Bridge and Pawtucket soccer stadium in WPRO debate  News From The States
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