The winner of the Aug. 5 special general election will be the first person other than Ruggerio to represent District 4 since 1984.

Gabe Amo, a Democratic candidate for House Rhode Island District 1, on April 8. Bryce Vickmark / Amo Campaign via AP Sept. 5, 2023, 7:00 AM EDT / Updated Sept. 5, 2023, 9:51 PM EDT