1970 Nebraska gubernatorial election
The 1970 Nebraska gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970, and featured businessman James Exon, a Democrat, defeating incumbent Republican Governor Norbert Tiemann.
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Democratic primary
Candidates
- Julius W. Burbach, member of the Nebraska Legislature[1]
- James Exon, businessman and Chairman of the Nebraska Democratic Party
- Richard R. Larsen, former Nebraska State Treasurer
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | James Exon | 54,972 | 44.71 | |
| Democratic | Julius W. Burbach | 51,760 | 42.10 | |
| Democratic | Richard R. Larsen | 15,602 | 12.69 | |
| Democratic | Write-in | 616 | 0.50 | |
Republican primary
Candidates
- Clifton B. Batchelder, member of the Nebraska Legislature[1]
- Harvey Grotzky, retired interior decorator[3]
- Norbert Tiemann, incumbent Governor
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Norbert Tiemann (incumbent) | 97,616 | 50.51 | |
| Republican | Clifton B. Batchelder | 89,355 | 46.24 | |
| Republican | Harvey Grotzky | 6,190 | 3.20 | |
| Republican | Write-in | 95 | 0.05 | |
General election
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | James Exon | 248,552 | 53.84% | |
| Republican | Norbert Tiemann (incumbent) | 201,994 | 43.76% | |
| American | Albert C. Walsh | 10,913 | 2.36% | |
| Write-in | 160 | 0.04% | ||
| Total votes | 461,619 | 100.00% | ||
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References
- "Bitter Campaigns Seem Sure For Both Parties in Nebraska". New York Times. March 16, 1970. Retrieved September 20, 2017.
- "Official Report of the State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska - Primary Election, May 12, 1970 & General Election, November 3, 1970" (PDF). Nebraska Secretary of State.
- "Stuntman turns candidate" (PDF). The Daily Nebraskan. April 9, 1970. Retrieved September 20, 2017.
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