1985 United States gubernatorial elections
United States gubernatorial elections were held on November 5, 1985 in two states and one territory. Both seats remained in their respective parties' controls, as Democrat Gerald Baliles held the open seat in Virginia, while Republican incumbent Tom Kean Sr. was reelected in New Jersey.
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Election results
| State | Incumbent | Party | Status | Opposing candidates |
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| New Jersey | Thomas Kean | Republican | Re-elected, 69.6% | Peter Shapiro (Democratic) 29.3% |
| Virginia | Chuck Robb | Democratic | Term-limited, Democratic victory | Gerald Baliles (Democratic) 55.2% Wyatt B. Durrette Jr. (Republican) 44.8% |
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