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The 1974 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1974. Incumbent Democrat Philip Noel defeated Republican nominee James W. Nugent with 78.48% of the vote.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Democratic | Philip Noel (incumbent) | 252,436 | 78.48% | ||
| Republican | James W. Nugent | 69,224 | 21.52% | ||
| Majority | 183,212 | ||||
| Turnout | 321,660 | ||||
| Democratic hold | Swing | ||||
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