Alexander H. Stephens, Governor

Alexander H. Stephens

Governor
Born
February 11, 1812
Died
March 4, 1883
Age at death
71
Home state
Georgia
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1882
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Stephens107,649
Opponents44,893
1
Elections run

Alexander H. Stephens (1812–1883), a Democratic politician from Georgia, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1882 governor election in Georgia with 107,649 votes (70.57%), defeating Lucius J. Gartrell.

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How many votes has Alexander H. Stephens received?

Alexander H. Stephens has received 107,649 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

Alexander H. Stephens’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1882GovernorGeorgiaWon107,64970.57%Lucius J. Gartrell
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