1952 Ohio gubernatorial election
The 1952 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1952. Incumbent Democrat Frank Lausche defeated Republican nominee Charles Phelps Taft II with 55.90% of the vote.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 6, 1952.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor
Republican primary
Candidates
- Charles Phelps Taft II, Cincinnati City Councilman
- Thomas J. Herbert, former Governor
- Roscoe R. Walcutt, State Senator