1946 Nebraska gubernatorial election

The 1946 Nebraska gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1946, and featured former school superintendent and newspaper publisher Val Peterson, a Republican, defeating Democratic nominee, state Senator Frank Sorrell.

1946 Nebraska gubernatorial election

November 5, 1946
 
Nominee Val Peterson Frank Sorrell
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 249,468 131,367
Percentage 65.5% 34.5%

County results
Peterson:      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%      80-90%
Sorrell:      50-60%

Governor before election

Dwight Griswold
Republican

Elected Governor

Val Peterson
Republican

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