The Scoop: Fung Poll Shows Dead Heat With Raimondo

Fung and Raimondo in Dead Heat

According to an internal poll conducted by Public Opinion Strategies last week, Fung and Raimondo are in a numerical dead heat for the Governor's race.

Fung and Raimondo are tied at 42% and the balance of the electorate is undecided.

The results have a margin of error of 4.38%

Rhode Island GOP Files Objection to Healey Ballot Substitution

RI GOP Chairman Mark Smiley has filed an an objection with the Rhode Island State Board of Elections and the office of the Secretary of State.  

This objection is in regard to the Moderate Party of Rhode Island's nomination of Mr. Robert J Healey, Jr. for Governor.

Elorza Gains More Endorsements

Democratic nominee for Mayor Jorge Elorza has received the endorsements of the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 328 and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 23.

Gamba Receives National Endorsement

Sharon Gamba, Republican Candidate for House District 32, has received the endorsement of the Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC)’s Future Majority Project.

Gamba was named one of the Right Women, Right Now,14 in’14 Races to Watch.

Jill Bader, Communications Director for the RSLC stated: “The RSLC recognizes outstanding candidates, like Sharon, who go above and beyond to run strong campaigns. We have identified Sharon’s campaign for the Rhode Island House District 32 as one of the top “races to watch” across the nation because of her outstanding credentials, her hard work, grit and determination. We know she will be an outstand- ing representative for the taxpayers of North Kingstown and all the people of Rhode Island."

Dawson Hodgson Receives Endorsement

The Rhode Island Brotherhood of Corrections Officers have endorsed Dawson Hodgson for Attorney General.

Dawson’s passion and common sense make him the perfect choice to run the AG’s office,” RIBCO President Richard Ferruccio said.  “The criminal justice system is broken and getting worse every year.  We need to demand change.” 

Catherine Taylor Welcomes Endorsement From AFL-CIO

Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Catherine Taylor has expressed her appreciation for the AFL-CIO’s's endorsement.

“I look forward to meeting with leaders of the AFL-CIO’s member unions to discuss their support for my candidacy,” Taylor said. “I’m gratified that the executive committee recognized my call for the elevation of status and pay for direct care workers and my reputation for proactive collaboration with union representation as director of the Division of Elderly Affairs.” As DEA director, Taylor was co-architect of the Rhode Island State Plan on Alzheimer’s, which recommends a pay increase for direct care workers with frail elders, adults with disabilities, and children with special health care needs.