1978 Florida gubernatorial election

The 1978 Florida gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1978. Democratic nominee Bob Graham was elected, defeating Republican nominee Jack Eckerd with 55.59% of the vote.

1978 Florida gubernatorial election

November 7, 1978
 
Nominee Bob Graham Jack Eckerd
Party Democratic Republican
Running mate Wayne Mixson Paula Hawkins
Popular vote 1,406,580 1,123,888
Percentage 55.6% 44.4%

County results
Graham:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%
Eckerd:      50-60%      60-70%

Governor before election

Reubin Askew
Democratic

Elected Governor

Bob Graham
Democratic

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