The 2008 congressional elections in Rhode Island were held on November 4, 2008 to determine who will represent Rhode Island in the United States House of Representatives, coinciding with the presidential and senatorial elections. Representatives are elected for two-year terms; those elected will serve in the 111th Congress from January 3, 2009 until January 3, 2011.
Rhode Island has two seats in the House, apportioned according to the 2000 United States census. Its 2007-2008 congressional delegation consisted of two Democrats, both of whom were re-elected in 2008.
Overview United States House of Representatives elections in Rhode Island, 2006PartyVotesPercentageSeats+/– Democratic 303,670 69.29% 2 — Republican 118,773 27.10% 0 — Independents 15,789 3.60% 0 — Totals 438,232 100.00% 2 —
District 1
This district covers the northern and East Bay sections of the state. Democratic incumbent Patrick J. Kennedy, who has represented this seat since 1995, won against Republican nominee Jonathan Scott.
Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 6, 2008 Rothenberg November 2, 2008 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 6, 2008 Real Clear Politics November 7, 2008 CQ Politics November 6, 2008
District 2
This district covers the areas roughly south and west of Providence. Democratic incumbent Jim Langevin, who has represented this seat since 2001, won against Republican nominee Mark Zaccaria.
Predictions SourceRankingAs of The Cook Political Report November 6, 2008 Rothenberg November 2, 2008 Sabato's Crystal Ball November 6, 2008 Real Clear Politics November 7, 2008 CQ Politics November 6, 2008
References
External links Rhode Island Board of Elections U.S. Congress candidates for Rhode Island at Project Vote Smart Rhode Island U.S. House Races from 2008 Race Tracker Campaign contributions for Rhode Island congressional races from OpenSecrets