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McKee, Foulkes Set for Rhode Island Primary Rematch Amid Bridge Backlash
McKee faces voter anger over delayed bridge repairs as Foulkes attacks his leadership and defends her CVS record, including a 40% opioid dispersal cut.
- Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee faces challenger Helena Foulkes in a Democratic primary on Sept 9, seeking to avoid becoming the first Rhode Island governor to lose a primary in more than 30 years.
- After closing the Washington Bridge in 2023 due to a "critical failure," McKee faces lingering anger from voters as repair timelines have extended beyond initial promises.
- Accusing her of fueling the opioid crisis, Foulkes denies the charge and argues that CVS reduced its opioid dispersal by 40% when she was president of the Pharmacy division.
- Business leaders urged McKee to stop criticizing CVS, warning it could drive companies out of the state. Foulkes claims voters feel state government "works with a powerful few."
- Democratic voters this election year have shown a growing willingness to oust incumbents. Foulkes, who has outraised the incumbent, described the political environment as a "great moment to be an outsider.
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Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee faces rematch with Helena Foulkes amid turmoil over Washington Bridge
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee faces a tough primary rematch against Helena Foulkes, a former CVS executive.
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