2003 Kentucky gubernatorial election

The 2003 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held to elect the Governor of Kentucky on November 4, 2003. Republican candidate Ernie Fletcher defeated Democrat Ben Chandler and became the first Republican governor of Kentucky in 32 years.

2003 Kentucky gubernatorial election

November 4, 2003
 
Nominee Ernie Fletcher Ben Chandler
Party Republican Democratic
Running mate Steve Pence Charlie Owen
Popular vote 596,284 487,159
Percentage 55.0% 45.0%

Fletcher:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%
Chandler:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%

Governor before election

Paul E. Patton
Democratic

Elected Governor

Ernie Fletcher
Republican

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