1970 Nebraska gubernatorial election

The 1970 Nebraska gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970, and featured businessman James Exon, a Democrat, defeating incumbent Republican governor Norbert Tiemann.

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Julius W. Burbach, member of the Nebraska Legislature
• James Exon, businessman and Chairman of the Nebraska Democratic Party
• Richard R. Larsen, former Nebraska State Treasurer

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

• Clifton B. Batchelder, member of the Nebraska Legislature
• Harvey Grotzky, retired interior decorator
• Norbert Tiemann, incumbent governor

Results

General election

Results

By county

See also

• 1970 Nebraska lieutenant gubernatorial election

References