1972 United States presidential election in Alaska|
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Borough and census area results, estimated Borough and census area results (historical, estimated) State House district results
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Nixon
40–50%
50–60%
60–70%
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McGovern
40–50%
50–60%
60–70%
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The 1972 United States presidential election in Alaska took place on November 7, 1972, as part of the 1972 United States presidential election. Voters chose three representatives, or electors to the Electoral College, who voted for president and vice president.
Alaska was won by incumbent President Richard Nixon (R-California) with 58.1% of the popular vote against George McGovern (D-South Dakota) with 34.6%. Nixon ultimately won the national vote as well, defeating McGovern and Representative John G. Schmitz (R-California), who ran under the American Independent Party ticket.