The 1972 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1972. The election pitted Democratic Congressman Arthur A. Link against Republican Lieutenant Governor Richard F. Larsen. Link narrowly defeated Larsen by a margin of 51% to 49%.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 5, 1972.
Democratic primary
Candidates Edward P. Burns Arthur A. Link, U.S. representative
Results
Republican primary
Candidates Richard F. Larsen, incumbent lieutenant governor Robert P. McCarney
Results
General election
Candidates Richard F. Larsen, Republican Arthur A. Link, Democratic
Results
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