1984 Delaware gubernatorial election

The 1984 Delaware gubernatorial election took place on November 6, 1984.

1984 Delaware gubernatorial election

November 6, 1984
 
Nominee Mike Castle William T. Quillen
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 135,250 108,315
Percentage 55.53% 44.47%

County results
Castle:      50–60%

Governor before election

Pierre S. duPont IV
Republican

Elected Governor

Mike Castle
Republican

Incumbent Republican Governor Pierre S. duPont IV was barred from seeking a third term in office. Lieutenant Governor Mike Castle was elected to succeed him, defeating State Supreme Court Justice William T. Quillen.

Election results

1984 Delaware gubernatorial election[1]
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Republican Mike Castle 135,250 55.53%
Democratic William T. Quillen 108,315 44.47%
Republican hold Swing

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