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2026 Rhode Island Governor — General Election · November 3, 2026
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Rhode Island Department of State — Candidate Election
11/03/2026 - STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
Candidate: Kenneth Block
Office: Governor — Statewide
Party: Independent
Qualified for Ballot Placement: Yes
On Election Ballot: Yes; General Ballot Position: 3
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He later founded and led a successful software company that managed large-scale government systems across multiple states and territories.
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He later founded and led a successful software company that managed large-scale government systems across multiple states and territories.
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A comprehensive, common-sense plan to rebuild Rhode Island, lower the cost of living, and restore efficiency and accountability to our state government.
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A comprehensive, common-sense plan to rebuild Rhode Island, lower the cost of living, and restore efficiency and accountability to our state government.
Prioritizing Effective Governance Over Social Disputes Social issues are undeniably important and frequently ignite strong arguments and disagreements among Rhode Islanders. These discussions often become passionate and personal, yet it is crucial to understand that such matters are not the ones threatening the state’s financial stability or future. Ken’s campaign is not about forcing his own views on citizens or allocating political or financial resources to issues that will ultimately be settled by courts at the state and federal levels. Instead, he is committed to fixing a government that has grown wasteful and dysfunctional. Residents of Rhode Island do not need to agree on every social issue; what truly matters is the ability to come together and build a government that operates efficiently and effectively for all.
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Prioritizing Effective Governance Over Social Disputes Social issues are undeniably important and frequently ignite strong arguments and disagreements among Rhode Islanders. These discussions often become passionate and personal, yet it is crucial to understand that such matters are not the ones threatening the state’s financial stability or future. Ken’s campaign is not about forcing his own views on citizens or allocating political or financial resources to issues that will ultimately be settled by courts at the state and federal levels. Instead, he is committed to fixing a government that has grown wasteful and dysfunctional. Residents of Rhode Island do not need to agree on every social issue; what truly matters is the ability to come together and build a government that operates efficiently and effectively for all.
Focus on Governance, Not Ideology Ken is running for Governor, not for King, Dictator, or Tsar, and he does not intend to impose his own beliefs on others. Although many single-issue voters understandably want to know a candidate’s position on every subject, the reality is that debates over topics such as abortion and firearms will likely continue for decades. Meanwhile, Rhode Island faces a governmental crisis that requires immediate attention.
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Focus on Governance, Not Ideology Ken is running for Governor, not for King, Dictator, or Tsar, and he does not intend to impose his own beliefs on others. Although many single-issue voters understandably want to know a candidate’s position on every subject, the reality is that debates over topics such as abortion and firearms will likely continue for decades. Meanwhile, Rhode Island faces a governmental crisis that requires immediate attention.
Ken will veto any Legislative Bill that does not have a fiscal note.
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Ken will veto any Legislative Bill that does not have a fiscal note.
Lowering state fees and taxes to reduce living costs.
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Lowering state fees and taxes to reduce living costs.
Ken will stop wasting money on poorly run projects while making our state workforce better trained and more effective.
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Ken will stop wasting money on poorly run projects while making our state workforce better trained and more effective.
If passed by the legislature, Ken will veto a Millionaires Tax.
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If passed by the legislature, Ken will veto a Millionaires Tax.
Ken’s mission is to reduce expenses, not add more taxes.
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Ken’s mission is to reduce expenses, not add more taxes.
Ken’s Department Heads will be leaders who understand efficiencies and customer service.
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Ken’s Department Heads will be leaders who understand efficiencies and customer service.
State government will focus on proper training and equipment for employees.
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State government will focus on proper training and equipment for employees.
The Block administration will systematically review operations, systems, services, and personnel for every state agency.
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The Block administration will systematically review operations, systems, services, and personnel for every state agency.
Bottlenecks, missing resources, and root causes of dysfunction will be identified and fixed.
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Bottlenecks, missing resources, and root causes of dysfunction will be identified and fixed.
The Block administration will review state-owned land and buildings for affordable housing opportunities.
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The Block administration will review state-owned land and buildings for affordable housing opportunities.
All legislation should include a 'Housing Note' identifying its impact on housing availability.
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All legislation should include a 'Housing Note' identifying its impact on housing availability.
We need more housing – legislation should not make that harder.
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We need more housing – legislation should not make that harder.
Ken will revamp RIDOT's management and change how the department operates.
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Ken will revamp RIDOT's management and change how the department operates.
Ken will prioritize judicial and legal merit in appointments.
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Ken will prioritize judicial and legal merit in appointments.
The administration will push to move magistrate appointments away from the General Assembly.
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The administration will push to move magistrate appointments away from the General Assembly.
Elections should allow for real choice, not political entrenchment.
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Elections should allow for real choice, not political entrenchment.
Make the department fair, transparent, and efficient.
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Make the department fair, transparent, and efficient.
Ensure contracts are awarded based on merit.
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Ensure contracts are awarded based on merit.
Use the same fair process as judicial appointments.
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Use the same fair process as judicial appointments.
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