1978 Maryland gubernatorial election

The 1978 Maryland gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978. Democratic nominee Harry Hughes defeated Republican nominee John Glenn Beall Jr. with 70.62% of the vote.

1978 Maryland gubernatorial election

November 7, 1978
 
Nominee Harry Hughes John Glenn Beall Jr.
Party Democratic Republican
Running mate Samuel Bogley Aris T. Allen
Popular vote 705,910 293,635
Percentage 70.62% 29.38%

County results
Hughes:      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%      80–90%
Beall:      50-60%      60-70%

Governor before election

Marvin Mandel
Democratic

Elected Governor

Harry Hughes
Democratic

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