Ashley Kalus Contemplates 2024 Gubernatorial Run Amid Rhode Island’s GOP Challenges
In an exclusive interview on "Political Roundtable," Ashley Kalus, the 2022 Republican candidate for governor of Rhode Island, reflected on her post-campaign life and hinted at a potential return to politics in 2024. With Republicans holding only 14 out of 113 seats in the state assembly and the last GOP governor elected in 2006, Kalus has been vocal about the state’s need for change.
Kalus garnered nearly 39 percent of the vote against Democrat Dan McKee in 2022, a performance she attributes partly to her status as a political newcomer. Since then, Kalus has immersed herself in Rhode Island’s political landscape, sharing her critiques of the current administration on social media.
Expressing dissatisfaction with the potential Democratic candidates for the upcoming election, she noted a preference for House Speaker Joe Shekarchi over McKee and Helena Foulkes, citing their past leadership and policies as problematic. Kalus advocates for new solutions, such as expanding telemedicine in Rhode Island to stimulate economic growth and address healthcare access.
When discussing the Republican Party’s struggle to gain traction in Rhode Island, Kalus emphasized the need for new ideas and an active opposition to the status quo, addressing issues like housing and public safety with urgency. She proposed innovative policies, including incentivizing homeowners to build accessory dwelling units to alleviate the housing crisis.
Kalus remains uncertain about her candidacy, encouraging other Republicans to consider running. As she navigates her personal and professional life in Providence, Kalus positions herself as a potential disruptor in a political climate dominated by Democrats, aiming to align with voters seeking effective governance and change.
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