1978 Nevada gubernatorial election
The 1978 Nevada gubernatorial election occurred on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democratic governor Mike O'Callaghan was term limited. Republican nominee Robert List was elected Governor of Nevada, defeating Democratic nominee Robert E. Rose. Jack Lund Schofield unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination.
Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 12, 1978.Democratic primary
Candidates
Republican primary
Candidates
- William C. Allen
- Fred N. Belcher
- Robert List
- Patrick T. Mylan
General Election
Candidates
- Robert List, Republican
- Robert E. Rose, Democratic
- Thomas F. Jefferson, Independent American
- John W. Grayson, Jr., Libertarian