State election in Washington, US
1940 Washington gubernatorial election|
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County results Langlie: 50–60% 60–70% 70-80% Dill: 50–60% 60–70% |
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The 1940 Washington gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Republican nominee Arthur B. Langlie narrowly defeated Democratic nominee Clarence Dill with 50.24% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 10, 1940.[1]
Candidates
Results
General election
Candidates
Major party candidates
- Arthur B. Langlie, Republican
- Clarence Dill, Democratic
Other candidates
- John Brockway, Communist
- P.J. Ater, Socialist Labor
Results
References