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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 were held on September 14, 1988. [1]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Bruce Sundlun | 68,065 | 90.28 | |
| Democratic | Peter Van Daam | 7,328 | 9.72 | |
| Total votes | 75,393 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Edward D. DiPrete (incumbent) | 203,550 | 50.83% | ||
| Democratic | Bruce Sundlun | 196,925 | 49.17% | ||
| Majority | 6,614 | ||||
| Turnout | 400,516 | ||||
| Republican hold | Swing | ||||
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