The 1978 Vermont gubernatorial election took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Republican Richard Snelling ran successfully for a second term as Governor of Vermont, defeating Democratic candidate Edwin Granai. , this was the most recent Vermont gubernatorial election in which both major party candidates are now deceased.
Republican primary
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Democratic primary
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Liberty Union primary
Results
General election Candidates Earl S. Gardner (Liberty Union) Edwin Granai (Democratic), state representative Richard A. Snelling (Republican), incumbent Governor of Vermont
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