A new poll shows Rhode Island’s Democratic gubernatorial primary tightening, with challenger Helena Foulkes pulling ahead of incumbent Governor Dan McKee by a significant margin. The survey, conducted by Emerson College Polling and WPRI-TV 12, places Foulkes at 45 percent support, marking a double-digit lead over the sitting governor. The results reflect shifting dynamics in the race as voters weigh the candidates ahead of the primary. Foulkes, a former CVS health executive, appears to be gaining momentum in the contest.
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee (D) is trailing his challenger Helena Foulkes ahead of the upcoming Democratic gubernatorial primary, according to a new poll. The survey from Emerson College Polling and Nexstar affiliate WPRI-TV 12 shows Foulkes with a 15-point lead over the incumbent. The former CVS health official garnered 45 percent support to McKee's...