The crowded five-candidate Democratic primary for Rhode Island lieutenant governor remains tightly contested ahead of the September 9 vote, with polling showing incumbent Sabina Matos and former Newport mayor Xaykham Khamsyvoravong essentially tied amid more than 40 percent undecided voters. The state party declined to endorse, fragmenting support across Matos, Khamsyvoravong, Providence Councilor Sue AnderBois, former state Senator Cynthia Armour Coyne, and Ross McCurdy. Recent developments include Congressman Gabe Amo’s endorsement of Khamsyvoravong and mutual attacks over outside spending, while labor backing has helped Matos. High undecideds and the low-profile nature of the office leave room for last-minute shifts from endorsements, turnout, or further polling before ballots are cast.