The 1960 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1960. Democratic nominee William L. Guy defeated Republican nominee and Lieutenant GovernorGoverning in a Polarized Age: Elections, Parties, and Political Representation in America. (2017). United States: Cambridge University Press. Clarence P. Dahl with 49.44% of the vote.

Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 28, 1960.

Democratic primary

Candidates William L. Guy, state representative

Results

Republican primary

Candidates Clarence P. Dahl, incumbent lieutenant governor Orris G. Nordhougen, state senator

Results

General election

Candidates Major party candidates Clarence P. Dahl, Republican William L. Guy, Democratic

Other candidates Herschel Lashkowitz, Independent

Results

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