For related races, see 1978 United States gubernatorial elections.
1978 Idaho gubernatorial election
← 1974
November 7, 1978
1982 →
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John Evans
Allan Larsen
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Popular vote
169,540
114,149
Percentage
58.75%
39.56%
County results Evans: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% Larsen: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80%
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John Evans
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The 1978 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on Tuesday, November 7, and incumbent Democrat John Evans defeated Republican nominee Allan Larsen with 58.75% of the vote.[1][2][3] It was the third consecutive win for the Democrats (1970, 1974, 1978), but the only significant victory for the party in Idaho in 1978.[3]
^"Foley, Evans, Batt, Symms, 1%". Lewiston Morning Tribune. Associated Press. November 8, 1978. p. 1A.
^"Party balance in high posts". Spokane Daily Chronicle. (Washington). Associated Press. November 8, 1978. p. 3.
^ ab"Evans is lone Demo to survive in Idaho". Spokesman-Review. Associated Press. November 9, 1978. p. 9.
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