Rhode Island’s Chafee enters 2016 Democratic contest

WASHINGTON (AP) – Hillary Rodham Clinton has a third long shot challenger for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Former Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee entered the race Wednesday.

He’s a Republican who became an independent, then joined the Democratic Party two years ago.

He’s made little effort to set up a competitive campaign operation, and longtime Chafee strategists and donors say they know little about his rationale for running.

He announced his bid in a speech in Virginia.

Clinton also faces challenges from Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders and former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley.
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