The 1920 Minnesota gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1920, concurrent with the national presidential and congressional elections. Voters selected the governor of the State of Minnesota for the term beginning in January 1921. The election was contested primarily between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party, with a Farmer‑Labor candidate also appearing on the ballot, reflecting the growing influence of agrarian and labor movements in the state during the early 20th century.
According to available historical records, the Republican nominee prevailed, continuing the Republican dominance of Minnesota’s statewide offices during this period. The incumbent governor at the time was a member of the Republican Party; however, specific details such as the names of the candidates, exact vote totals, and percentage margins are not provided in the sources consulted for this summary.
The 1920 election occurred in the broader context of post‑World‑War I political realignment, the aftermath of the 1918 influenza pandemic, and the nationwide shift toward “return to normalcy” that characterized the 1920 presidential election. These factors influenced voter turnout and the political atmosphere in Minnesota, contributing to the Republican victory in the gubernatorial race.
