In a crowded field of 11 candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for Congressional District 1, former Biden administration staffer Gabe Amo emerged victorious last night. He is almost certain to become the first person of color to represent Rhode Island in Congress. How did Amo win? What did the pundits get wrong? My colleague Steph Machado and Jim Hummel, host of “A Lively Experiment” on Rhode Island PBS, are here to break down the results. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com.

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