The recent Election Day in Rhode Island saw some clear winners and losers emerge from the results. On the winning side, Governor Dan McKee secured a victory in the Democratic primary, defeating challengers Matt Brown and Seth Magaziner. McKee’s win solidifies his position as the Democratic candidate for governor in the upcoming general election.
Another notable winner was Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea, who won the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor. Gorbea’s victory sets her up to potentially become the first Latina lieutenant governor in Rhode Island’s history.
On the other hand, some candidates faced disappointing losses on Election Day. Former Providence Mayor Angel Taveras lost his bid for attorney general to incumbent Peter Neronha in the Democratic primary. Taveras had run a strong campaign, but ultimately fell short in his efforts to unseat Neronha.
Additionally, in the Republican primary for governor, Allan Fung faced a defeat at the hands of Bob Flanders. Fung, a former mayor of Cranston, was unable to secure the nomination for governor, leaving Flanders as the Republican candidate in the general election.
Overall, Election Day in Rhode Island showcased a mix of victories and losses for candidates across the state. With the general election looming, the winners will now turn their attention to the next phase of the campaign, while the losers will regroup and assess their next steps in the political landscape.
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