South Dakota gubernatorial election, 1982

South Dakota gubernatorial election, 1982

November 2, 1982 (1982-11-02)
Nominee Bill Janklow Mike O'Connor Party Republican Democratic Running mate Lowell Hansen Willis Danokas Popular vote 197,429 81,136 Percentage 70.9% 29.1%
County results
Governor before election Bill Janklow Republican Governor Bill Janklow Republican

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The 1982 South Dakota gubernatorial elections were held on November 2, 1982, to elect a Governor of South Dakota. Republican candidate Bill Janklow was elected, defeating Democratic nominee Mike O'Connor to take a second term in office.

Republican primary

Candidates

• Bill Janklow, incumbent Governor of South Dakota

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Mike O'Connor
• Elvern Varilek

Results

General election

Results

References