United States gubernatorial elections, 1985
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The United States gubernatorial elections of 1985 were held on November 5, 1985 in two states, New Jersey and Virginia. Both seats remained in their respective parties' controls.
[edit] Election results
State | Incumbent | Party | Status | Opposing Candidates |
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New Jersey | Thomas Kean | Republican | Re-elected, 69.6% | Peter Shapiro (Democratic) 29.3% |
Virginia | Chuck Robb | Democratic | Term-limited, Democratic victory | Gerald L. Baliles (Democratic) 55.2% Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr. (Republican) 44.8% |
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