1977 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election

The 1977 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1977. Democratic nominee Chuck Robb defeated Republican nominee A. Joe Canada Jr. with 54.24% of the vote.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on June 14, 1977.

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Chuck Robb, attorney and son-in-law of former President Lyndon B. Johnson
• Richard S. "Major" Reynolds III
• Ira M. Lechner, attorney

Results

General election

Candidates

• Chuck Robb, Democratic
• A. Joe Canada Jr., Republican

Results

References