Helena Foulkes Returns: Lessons from 2022 and a New Pitch for Rhode Island

Helena Foulkes Returns: Lessons from 2022 and a New Pitch for Rhode Island

Author: Bill Bartholomew January 29, 2026 Duration: 29:33
Send us Fan Mail Helena Buonanno Foulkes, Democratic candidate for governor of Rhode Island, joins the podcast for an in-person conversation about her renewed run for the state’s top job. Foulkes previously mounted a competitive primary challenge against Governor Dan McKee in 2022, reshaping the Democratic field and signaling voter appetite for change. In this interview, Foulkes reflects on the lessons of her first campaign, how her approach has evolved, and what she believes Rhode Island r...

Every day, Bill Bartholomew sits down to make sense of the local landscape, turning the complex rhythms of Rhode Island into clear conversation. This isn't a distant national broadcast; it's a grounded, daily look at the news, politics, and commentary that directly shape life in the Ocean State. On Bartholomewtown, you'll hear interviews with the people driving local change, analysis of the decisions made at the State House, and frank discussions about community issues that often fly under the radar. The tone is engaged and curious, cutting through noise to find substance. By focusing intently on Rhode Island, this podcast reveals how broader political and social currents manifest right outside your door. It’s for anyone who wants to move beyond headlines and feel more connected to the immediate world around them. Tune in for a consistent, thoughtful take on what’s happening now, delivered with the familiarity and depth of a trusted local source.
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