For related races, see 1970 United States gubernatorial elections.
1970 Vermont gubernatorial election
← 1968
November 3, 1970 (1970-11-03)
1972 →
Nominee
Deane C. Davis
Leo O'Brien Jr.
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Popular vote
87,458
66,028
Percentage
57.0%
43.0%
County results Davis: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% O'Brien: 50–60%
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Deane C. Davis
Republican
Elected Governor
Deane C. Davis
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