1952 Wisconsin gubernatorial election

The 1952 Wisconsin gubernatorial election was held on November 4, 1952.

Incumbent Republican Governor Walter J. Kohler Jr. defeated Democratic nominee William Proxmire with 62.50% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 9, 1952.

Candidates

 * William Proxmire, member of the Wisconsin State Assembly

Candidates

 * Walter J. Kohler Jr., incumbent Governor

Candidates

 * William Proxmire, Democratic
 * Walter J. Kohler Jr., Republican
 * Michael Essin, Independent Progressive