1931 Kentucky gubernatorial election explained

Election Name:1931 Kentucky gubernatorial election
Country:Kentucky
Flag Image:Flag of Kentucky (1918-1963).svg
Type:Presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1927 Kentucky gubernatorial election
Previous Year:1927
Next Election:1935 Kentucky gubernatorial election
Next Year:1935
Election Date:November 3, 1931
Image1:File:Ruby Laffoon Portrait.png
Nominee1:Ruby Laffoon
Party1:Democratic Party (United States)
Popular Vote1:438,513
Percentage1:54.28%
Nominee2:William B. Harrison
Party2:Republican Party (United States)
Popular Vote2:366,982
Percentage2:45.43%
Map Size:300px
Governor
Before Election:Flem D. Sampson
Before Party:Republican Party (United States)
After Election:Ruby Laffoon
After Party:Democratic Party (United States)

The 1931 Kentucky gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1931. Democratic nominee Ruby Laffoon defeated Republican nominee William B. Harrison with 54.28% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates

Other candidates