A general election was held in the U.S. state of Kentucky on November 4, 1980. The primary election for all offices was held on May 27, 1980.
Federal offices United States President
In 1980, Kentucky had 9 electoral votes in the Electoral College. Republican candidate Ronald Reagan won with 49 percent of the vote.
United States Senate
Incumbent Democratic senator Wendell Ford won reelection, defeating Republican challenger Mary Louise Foust.
United States House of Representatives In 1980, Kentucky had seven congressional districts, electing four Democrats and three Republicans.
State offices Kentucky Supreme Court
The Kentucky Supreme Court consists of seven justices elected in non-partisan elections to staggered eight-year terms. District 7 was up for election in 1980. A special elections was held in district 5.
District 5
District 7
Local offices School boards Local school board members are elected to staggered four-year terms, with half up for election in 1980.
See also Elections in Kentucky Politics of Kentucky Political party strength in Kentucky
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