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.

Candidates

 * Bruce Sundlun, businessman
 * Steve White

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * Edward D. DiPrete, Republican
 * Bruce Sundlun, Democratic

Other candidates
 * Robert J. Healey, Independent
 * Tony Affigne, Independent