1953 New Jersey gubernatorial election

The 1953 New Jersey gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1953. Incumbent Governor Alfred E. Driscoll was constitutionally prohibited from seeking a third term in office. Democratic former State Senator Robert B. Meyner defeated Republican businessman Paul L. Troast winning 53.17% of the vote.

1953 New Jersey gubernatorial election

November 3, 1953
 
Nominee Robert B. Meyner Paul L. Troast
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 962,710 809,068
Percentage 53.2% 44.7%

County results
Meyner:      50–60%      60–70%
Troast:      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election

Alfred E. Driscoll
Republican

Elected Governor

Robert B. Meyner
Democratic

Primary elections were held on April 21, 1953.

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