1974 Connecticut gubernatorial election|
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The 1974 Connecticut gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1974. Democratic nominee Ella Grasso defeated Republican nominee Robert H. Steele with 58.35% of the vote. Grasso thus became the first woman to be elected Governor of Connecticut.
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Ella Grasso, Democratic
- Robert H. Steele, Republican
Other candidates
- Thomas J. Pallone, Independent
- Allen C. Peichert, American
Results
References