1928 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

The 1928 Massachusetts gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1928.

1928 Massachusetts gubernatorial election

November 6, 1928 (1928-11-06)
 
Nominee Frank G. Allen Charles H. Cole
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 769,372 750,137
Percentage 50.06% 48.81%

County results
Allen:      40–50%      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%
Cole:      60–70%

Governor before election

Alvan T. Fuller
Republican

Elected Governor

Frank G. Allen
Republican

Incumbent Republican Lieutenant Governor Frank G. Allen was elected to a two-year term, defeating Democrat Charles H. Cole.

The 1928 election represents a major turning point in Massachusetts political history. Al Smith's victory in the state's presidential contest and the competitive gubernatorial election marked a departure from decades of Republican dominance.

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