1964 Indiana gubernatorial election
The 1964 Indiana gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1964. Incumbent Democratic Governor Matthew E. Welsh was term-limited. Democratic nominee Roger D. Branigin defeated Republican nominee Richard O. Ristine with 56.18% of the vote. , this marks the most recent time that Democrats won the races for Governor and for President concurrently. Nominations. Until 1976, all nominations for statewide office in Indiana were made by state conventions. Democratic nomination. Results. The Democratic convention was held on June 12, 1964. Republican primary. Results. The Republican convention was held on June 9, 1964. 1964 Indiana gubernatorial election