Meldrim Jr. Thomson

Republican

Won 3 consecutive elections (1972–1976)

Governor
Electoral Grade
Requires 2+ graded races
5
Races
3-2
W-L (60%)
+0.4
Avg Margin
1972–1980
Career Span
Best: +18.3 (1980 Governor)Worst: -15.3 (1976 Governor)

Career Margin Trend5 races

Even19721974197619781980

Career Timeline

156,178
Candidate Votes
40.7%
Vote %
384,031
Total Votes
+18.3%
Margin
Electoral Performance
-44.7
Race Score
-47.7
vs. State Pres.
D-29.4
State Pres.
Incumbent (−3pt bar)
Top opponent: Hugh J GallenDEM