1986 Nebraska gubernatorial election

The 1986 Nebraska gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1986, and featured state Treasurer Kay Orr, a Republican, defeating Democratic nominee, former Mayor of Lincoln Helen Boosalis. Incumbent Democratic governor Bob Kerrey did not seek a second term.

1986 Nebraska gubernatorial election

November 4, 1986
 
Nominee Kay Orr Helen Boosalis
Party Republican Democratic
Running mate Bill Nichol Donald McGinley
Popular vote 298,325 265,156
Percentage 52.9% 47.0%

County results

Orr:      40-50%      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%      80-90%

Boosalis:      50–60%      60–70%

Governor before election

Bob Kerrey
Democratic

Elected Governor

Kay Orr
Republican

The election was the first state gubernatorial election in U.S. history where the candidates of both major national parties were women.

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