The 1988 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1988. Incumbent Republican Edward D. DiPrete defeated Democratic nominee Bruce Sundlun with 50.83% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 14, 1988.
Democratic primary
Candidates Bruce Sundlun, businessman Peter Van Daam
Results
General election
Candidates Edward D. DiPrete, Republican Bruce Sundlun, Democratic
Results
By county Edward DiPreteRepublican Bruce SundlunDemocratic County Votes % Votes % Bristol12,32756.1%9,40643.3% Kent36,56551.1%35,02248.9% Newport17,37051.2%16,56148.8% Providence112,78349.3%115,86150.7% Washington24,50555.0%20,08645.0%
Counties that flipped from Republican to Democratic Providence
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