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For related races, see 1984 United States gubernatorial elections.
The 1984 Delaware gubernatorial election took place on November 6, 1984. Incumbent Republican Governor Pierre S. duPont IV was barred from seeking a third term in office. Lieutenant Governor Mike Castle was elected to succeed him, defeating State Supreme Court Justice William T. Quillen. As of 2023, this is the last time that a gubernatorial nominee and a lieutenant gubernatorial nominee of different political parties were elected governor and lieutenant governor respectively in Delaware.
Election results
Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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Republican | Mike Castle | 135,250 | 55.53% | ||
Democratic | William T. Quillen | 108,315 | 44.47% | ||
Republican hold | Swing |
References
- ^ 1984 Gubernatorial General Election Results - Delaware US Election Atlas
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See also: Political party strength in Delaware |