1995 United States gubernatorial elections
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Republican gain Republican hold Democratic hold |
United States gubernatorial elections were held on November 7, 1995, in three states. Prior to the elections, Democrats held two seats and Republicans one. With the Republican gain of the open seat in Louisiana, Republicans held two seats and Democrats one following the elections.
Summary[]
State | Incumbent | Party | First elected |
Result | Candidates |
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Kentucky | Brereton Jones | Democratic | 1991 | Incumbent term-limited. New governor elected. Democratic hold. |
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Louisiana | Edwin Edwards | Democratic | 1991 | Incumbent retired. New governor elected. Republican gain. |
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Mississippi | Kirk Fordice | Republican | 1991 | Incumbent re-elected. |
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Closest races[]
States where the margin of victory was under 5%:
- Kentucky, 2.2%
See also[]
- 1995 United States elections
Categories:
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