Question

What made the 1946 gubernatorial election so unusual?

A

It was the first time a governor was elected to a four-year term.

B

It was the first time a Republican ever became governor of Georgia.

C

It resulted in a power struggle over the office of governor that had to be settled by the state
supreme court.

D

It was after the end of a major war.

Answer 1

C

The 1946 Georgia governor's race produced the "Three Governors" controversy: governor‑elect Eugene Talmadge died before taking office, the legislature tried to seat his son Herman, lieutenant governor‑elect Melvin Thompson claimed the office, and the state supreme court eventually settled the dispute.