The 1978 Colorado gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democrat Richard Lamm defeated Republican nominee Ted L. Strickland with 58.76% of the vote.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on September 12, 1978.
Democratic primary
Candidates Richard Lamm, incumbent Governor
Results
Republican primary
Candidates Ted L. Strickland, State Senator Richard H. Plock Jr., State Senator
Results
General election
Candidates Major party candidates Richard Lamm, Democratic Ted L. Strickland, Republican
Other candidates Roy Peister, Independent Elsa Blum, Socialist Workers Sal A. Mander, Independent Earl F. Dodge Jr., National Statesman
Results
References