The 1978 United States Senate election in New Hampshire took place on November 7, 1978. Incumbent Democratic Senator Thomas J. McIntyre ran for re-election to a fourth term but was defeated by Republican Gordon J. Humphrey.
Democratic primary Candidates Raymond J. Coughlan, former U.S. Navy captain Thomas J. McIntyre, incumbent Senator
Results
Republican primary Candidates Carmen Chimento, perennial candidate Gordon J. Humphrey, professional pilot and conservative activist Alf E. Jacobson, State Senator from New London James Masiello, businessman and former Mayor of Keene
Results
General election Results
See also 1978 United States Senate elections
References