1989 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election
The 1989 Virginia lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1989. As incumbent Lieutenant Governor Douglas Wilder chose to not seek re-election and instead ran successfully for 1989 Virginia gubernatorial election. Democratic nominee Don Beyer defeated Republican nominee Edwina P. Dalton with 54.14% of the vote.
General election
Candidates
- Don Beyer, Democratic, Businessman
- Edwina P. Dalton, Republican, State Senator