1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election

The 1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978, for Governor of Oklahoma. Incumbent Democratic Governor David Boren chose not to run for re-election to a second term in office. Instead Boren decided to run for the United States Senate. Former governor, and sitting lieutenant governor George Nigh was elected, defeating Republican nominee Ron Shotts.

1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election

November 7, 1978
 
Nominee George Nigh Ron Shotts
Party Democratic Republican
Popular vote 402,240 367,055
Percentage 51.7% 47.2%

County results
Nigh:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%
Shotts:      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election

David Boren
Democratic

Elected Governor

George Nigh
Democratic

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