In Rhode Island, many races are effectively decided in the September primary.
Primary Election Day is Tuesday, Sept. 10, and early voting is already well underway.
Here’s what you need to know:
When and where is Election Day voting happening?
Polls will open at 7 a.m. statewide, except in New Shoreham, where they open at 9 a.m. Polls close at 8 p.m., and you will be allowed to cast a vote as long as you are in line by 8 p.m.
To find your polling place on Election Day, go to vote.sos.ri.gov , and select “Find a Polling Place/View Sample Ballot.” You will then be prompted to enter your address.
What’s on the ballot?
U.S. Senate:
- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has a long-shot challenge from Michael Costa in the Democratic primary.
- On the Republican side, state Sen. Patricia Morgan will face off against Ray McKay.
General Assembly:
- There aren’t many primary challenges to General Assembly incumbents this year, but there are about a dozen competitive races that are worth watching. Here’s the list.