1946 Ohio gubernatorial election

The 1946 Ohio gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1946. Republican nominee Thomas J. Herbert defeated Democratic incumbent Frank Lausche with 50.64% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 7, 1946.

Candidates

 * Frank Lausche, incumbent Governor
 * Joseph Torok Jr.

Candidates

 * Thomas J. Herbert, former Ohio Attorney General
 * Albert Edward Payne

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * Thomas J. Herbert, Republican
 * Frank Lausche, Democratic

Other candidates
 * Arla A. Albaugh, Socialist Labor