1986 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
The 1986 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1986. Incumbent Republican Edward D. DiPrete defeated Democratic nominee Bruce Sundlun with 64.70% of the vote.
This would be the first of three consecutive races between DiPrete and Sundlun.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 9, 1986.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Bruce Sundlun, businessman
- Steve White
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates- Edward D. DiPrete, Republican
- Bruce Sundlun, Democratic
- Robert J. Healey, Independent
- Tony Affigne, Independent