Independents running for governor in ‘do-or-die’ race to collect signatures

Nine independents have only 10 days to clear the 1,000-signature hurdle to qualify for the ballot in Rhode Island's Sept. 9 general election. They must turn in nomination forms to local canvassing boards on Friday, July 10.

By: Nolan Page

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: July 8, 2026

Words: 1,133

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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Caleb Carr served only seven months as Rhode Island governor before mysteriously drowning in Narragansett Bay in 1695. Now, one of his descendants is running for the same office and racing against time too: He has 10 days to collect 1,000 signatures.

Robert “Bobby” Carr is making a longshot bid for governor in this year’s election, jaded by the U.S. party system established well after his colonial ancestor’s short-lived term. The 50-year-old farmer from Little …

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