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The1896 Idaho gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1896.Democratic nomineeFrank Steunenberg defeatedRepublican nominee David H. Budlong with 76.79% of the vote.
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| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
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| Democratic | Frank Steunenberg | 22,096 | 76.79% | +48.09% | |
| Republican | David H. Budlong | 6,441 | 22.38% | −19.13% | |
| Prohibition | Moses F. Fowler | 239 | 0.83% | 0.00% | |
| Majority | 15,655 | ||||
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