1954 Oklahoma gubernatorial election

The Oklahoma gubernatorial election of 1954 was held on November 2, 1954, and was a race for the Governor of Oklahoma. Democrat Raymond Gary defeated Republican Reuben K. Sparks. [1]

1954 Oklahoma gubernatorial election

November 2, 1954
 
Nominee Raymond Gary Reuben K. Sparks
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 357,386 251,808
Percentage 58.6% 41.3%

County results
Gary:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%      >90%
Sparks:      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%

Governor before election

Johnston Murray
Democratic

Elected Governor

Raymond D. Gary
Democratic

Results

1954 Oklahoma gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes % ±
Democratic Raymond Gary 357,386 58.6
Republican Reuben K. Sparks 251,808 41.3
Majority
Turnout
Democratic hold Swing

References


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