1963 Kentucky gubernatorial election

The 1963 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1963. Democratic nominee Ned Breathitt defeated Republican nominee Louie Nunn with 50.74% of the vote.

Primary elections

Primary elections were held on May 28, 1963.

Democratic primary

Candidates

• Ned Breathitt, former State Representative
• Happy Chandler, former Governor
• Mary Louise Foust, former Kentucky State Auditor
• Wilton Benge Cupp

Results

Republican primary

Candidates

• Louie Nunn, former Barren County judge
• Jesse N. R. Cecil

Results

General election

Candidates

• Ned Breathitt, Democratic
• Louie Nunn, Republican

Results

References