1942 Maine gubernatorial election

The 1942 Maine gubernatorial election took place on September 14, 1942. Incumbent Republican Governor Sumner Sewall was seeking a second term, and faced off against Democratic challenger George W. Lane, Jr. Sewall was able to easily win his re-election. This contest was the first gubernatorial election held after the entry of the United States into the second world war.

1942 Maine gubernatorial election
September 14, 1942
 
Nominee Sumner Sewall George W. Lane, Jr.
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 118,047 58,558
Percentage 66.84% 33.16%
County results
Sewall:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%
Governor before election

Sumner Sewall
Republican

 Elected Governor

Sumner Sewall
Republican

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