1960 New Mexico gubernatorial election
The 1960 New Mexico gubernatorial election took place on November 8, 1960, in order to elect the governor of New Mexico. Incumbent Democrat John Burroughs ran for reelection to a second term.
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Democratic primary
The Democratic primary was won by incumbent governor John Burroughs.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | John Burroughs | 66,541 | 53.75 | |
| Democratic | Joseph A. Bursey | 48,841 | 39.45 | |
| Democratic | Thomas E. Holland | 8,413 | 6.80 | |
| Total votes | 123,795 | 100.00 | ||
Republican primary
The Republican primary was won by former governor Edwin L. Mechem.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Edwin L. Mechem (incumbent) | 29,486 | 75.96 | |
| Republican | Paul W. Robinson | 9,331 | 24.04 | |
| Total votes | 38,817 | 100.00 | ||
General election
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Edwin L. Mechem (incumbent) | 153,765 | 50.33 | |
| Democratic | John Burroughs | 151,777 | 49.68 | |
| Total votes | 305,542 | 100.00 | ||
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References
- "NM Governor D Primary 1960". Our Campaigns. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
- "NM Governor R Primary 1960". Our Campaigns. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
- "NM Governor 1960". Our Campaigns. Retrieved December 23, 2016.
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