1976 North Dakota gubernatorial election

The 1976 North Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1976. Incumbent Democratic Governor Arthur A. Link Ran for A second term against Republican Richard Elkin. Link Won reelection defeating Elkin 52%-47%

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on September 7, 1976.

Candidates

 * Arthur A. Link, incumbent Governor

Candidates

 * Richard Elkin, North Dakota Public Service Commissioner
 * Herb Geving

Candidates
Major party candidates
 * Arthur A. Link, Democratic
 * Richard Elkin, Republican

Other candidates
 * Martin K. Vaaler, American

Link Ran on his record of Coal mining. Stating that he understood that the coal had to be mined carefully. And that he New the state had to have a fair return for its resources While also stating that he was guiding resources to better manage North Dakota's future. His campaign slogan was. “Art link Good judgment we can trust”