A crowded Democratic primary for Rhode Island lieutenant governor on September 9 features incumbent Sabina Matos against four challengers, including former Newport mayor Xaykham Khamsyvoravong, Providence City Councilor Sue AnderBois, former state Senator Cynthia Armour Coyne, and Ross McCurdy. Late August polling showed Matos and Khamsyvoravong essentially tied in the low 20s with over 40% undecided, reflecting a fragmented field where no candidate secured party endorsement at the state convention and voters have yet to coalesce. Khamsyvoravong holds a fundraising edge while Matos benefits from name recognition but carries baggage from prior campaign issues. With candidates aligned on core issues like renewable energy timelines and limited differentiation so far, the race remains tight; late endorsements, turnout among specific voting blocs, or final-week advertising could still shift support before ballots are cast.