1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election
The 1978 Oklahoma gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978, to elect the governor of Oklahoma. Incumbent Republican Governor David L. Boren chose not to run for re-election to a second term in office. Instead Boren decided to run for the United States Senate. Former governor, and sitting lieutenant governor George Nigh was elected, defeating Republican nominee Ron Shotts.The primary elections took place on August 22, 1978.Candidates
Runoff
The Runoff election took place on September 19, 1978.Republican primary
The primary elections took place on August 22, 1978.Candidates
Independents
Candidates
- Billy Joe Clegg
- Jim McCuiston
- Floyd Shealy
General election
Results
