1940 Idaho gubernatorial election

The 1940 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Democratic nominee Chase A. Clark defeated incumbent Republican C. A. Bottolfsen with 50.48% of the vote.

1940 Idaho gubernatorial election
November 5, 1940
 
Nominee Chase A. Clark C. A. Bottolfsen
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 120,420 118,117
Percentage 50.48% 49.52%
Governor before election

C. A. Bottolfsen
Republican

 Elected Governor

Chase A. Clark
Democratic

General election

Candidates
  • Chase A. Clark, Democratic
  • C. A. Bottolfsen, Republican

Results
1940 Idaho gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Democratic Chase A. Clark 120,420 50.48%
Republican C. A. Bottolfsen 118,117 49.52%
Majority 2,303
Turnout
Democratic gain from Republican Swing

References
  1. "Guide to U.S. Elections". Books.google.com. Retrieved 2020-05-05.
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