1986 California gubernatorial election

The 1986 California gubernatorial election took place on November 4, 1986. Incumbent Republican George Deukmejian won easily in this rematch over the Democratic challenger, Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley. This was the largest gubernatorial victory since that of Earl Warren in 1946, who won 91.64% of the vote.

As of 2024, this was the most recent California gubernatorial election in which both major party candidates are now deceased.

General Election Results

Results by county

Deukmejian is the last Republican gubernatorial nominee to win Marin, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties.

See also

• Bradley effect

References

• http://www.joincalifornia.com/election/1986-11-04