1970 Georgia gubernatorial election

The 1970 Georgia gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970. It was known for electing little-known former state Senator Jimmy Carter Governor of Georgia after a hard battle in the Democratic primary.
This election is famous because Carter, who was often seen as one of the "New South Governors", later ran for president in 1976 on his gubernatorial record and won.
As of , this is the last time Fulton County voted for the Republican candidate.
Democratic Primary results.
Runoff.
A runoff was held on September 23: