The 1978 United States Senate election in West Virginia took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Jennings Randolph was re-elected to a fifth term and a fourth full term in office, narrowly defeating Republican former Governor Arch Moore. Despite his defeat, Moore's daughter, Shelley Moore Capito, would later win election to this seat in 2014, becoming the first female Senator from the state. This was the closest of the five contests Randolph faced for a full term.
Democratic primary Candidates Jennings Randolph, incumbent U.S. Senator Sharon Rogers
Results
Republican primary Candidates Donald G. Michels Arch Moore, former Governor of West Virginia
Results
General election Results
See also 1978 United States Senate elections
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