1994 Ohio gubernatorial election

1994 Ohio gubernatorial election

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Nominee George Voinovich Rob Burch
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 2,401,572 835,849
Percentage 71.8% 25.0%

Voinovich:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%      >90%
Burch:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%

Governor before election

George Voinovich
Republican

Elected Governor

George Voinovich
Republican

The 1994 Ohio gubernatorial election took place on November 8, 1994. Incumbent Republican Governor of Ohio George Voinovich ran for re-election to a second and final term as governor. Voinovich won his party's nomination uncontested and was opposed by State Senator Rob Burch, who won a competitive Democratic primary. Ultimately, Voinovich capitalized on his massive popularity with Ohio and won re-election in an overwhelming landslide, defeating Burch and winning over 70% of the vote. As of 2024, this was the last time Athens County voted for the Republican candidate.


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