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The 1958 New Mexico gubernatorial election took place on November 4, 1958, in order to elect the Governor of New Mexico. Incumbent Republican Edwin L. Mechem ran for reelection to a second term.
Democratic primary
The Democratic primary was won by state representative John Burroughs.
Results
Republican primary
The Republican primary was won by incumbent governor Edwin L. Mechem.
Results
General election
Results
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
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Democratic | John Burroughs | 103,481 | 50.47 | |
Republican | Edwin L. Mechem | 101,567 | 49.53 | |
Total votes | 205,048 | 100.00 | ||
Democratic gain from Republican |
References
- ^ "NM Governor 1958". Our Campaigns. Retrieved December 23, 2016.