1966 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
The 1966 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Republican John Chafee defeated Democratic nominee Horace E. Hobbs with 63.30% of the vote.
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General election
Candidates
- John Chafee, Republican
- Horace E. Hobbs, Democratic
Results
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ± | |
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Republican | John Chafee | 210,202 | 63.30% | ||
Democratic | Horace E. Hobbs | 121,862 | 36.70% | ||
Majority | 88,340 | ||||
Turnout | 332,064 | ||||
Republican hold | Swing |
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References
- "America Votes 31: 2013-2014, Election Returns by State". Books.google.com. Retrieved April 6, 2020.
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