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Earl Read III

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Criminal justice instructor

Earl Read III is a Democratic candidate for Rhode Island House of Representatives District 26 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Earl Read earned a high school diploma from Cranston High School West in 1989, a bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island in 1996, and a master's degree from Roger Williams University in 2004. His career experience includes working for the Warwick Police Department and as a criminal justice instructor.[1]

Graduate:
Roger Williams University, 2004
Bachelor's:
University of Rhode Island, 1996
High school:
Cranston High School West, 1989

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On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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