1960 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

The 1960 gubernatorial election in Wisconsin was held on November 8, 1960. Democrat Gaylord Nelson won the election with 51.5% of the vote, retaining his position as Governor of Wisconsin.

1960 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

November 8, 1960

Nominee Gaylord Nelson Philip Kuehn Party Democratic Republican Popular vote 890,868 837,123 Percentage 51.56% 48.44%

County results Nelson:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80% Kuehn:      50-60%      60-70%      70-80%

Governor before election Gaylord Nelson Democratic Elected Governor Gaylord Nelson Democratic

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