1966 Ohio gubernatorial election
The 1966 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1966. Incumbent Republican Jim Rhodes defeated Democratic nominee Frazier Reams Jr. with 62.18% of the vote. This election was the first time since 1942 that an incumbent Republican Governor of Ohio was re-elected.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 3, 1966.Democratic primary
Candidates
- Frazier Reams Jr., State Senator
- Harry H. McIlwain, attorney
Republican primary
Candidates
- Jim Rhodes, incumbent Governor
- William L. White
General election
Candidates
- Jim Rhodes, Republican
- Frazier Reams Jr., Democratic