What Was the Importance of the 1978 Gubernatorial Election in the Realignment

question 23

Multiple Choice

What was the importance of the 1978 gubernatorial election in the realignment process in Texas?

• A) Despite a significant monetary advantage, Democrat John Hill lost to unknown Bill Clements.
• B) It was the first gubernatorial election since Reconstruction where a Democrat won by less than ?1 percent.
• C) In defeating John Hill, Bill Clements became the first Republican governor elected since Reconstruction.
• D) The Republicans won by 10 percent, a 24 percent gain over their performance in the 1974 gubernatorial election.
• E) Not only did Republican Bill Clements win, but Republican Party enrollment jumped by nearly 30 percent.

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