1978 Hawaii gubernatorial election

The 1978 Hawaii gubernatorial election was Hawaii's sixth gubernatorial election. The election was held on November 7, 1978, and resulted in a victory for the Democratic candidate, Governor George Ariyoshi over Republican candidate, State Senator John R. Leopold and three other candidates. Ariyoshi received more votes than any other candidate in every county in the state.

1978 Hawaii gubernatorial election

November 7, 1978
 
Nominee George Ariyoshi John Leopold
Party Democratic Republican
Running mate Jean King Virginia Isbell
Popular vote 153,394 124,610
Percentage 54.5% 44.3%

County results
Ariyoshi:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%

Governor before election

George Ariyoshi
Democratic

Elected Governor

George Ariyoshi
Democratic

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