The 1974 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1974. Incumbent

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defeated Republican nominee James W. Nugent with 78.48% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

*Philip Noel, Democratic *James W. Nugent, Republican

Results

References

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