Alexander L. Collins
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- March 17, 1812
- Died
- October 31, 1901
- Age at death
- 89
- Home state
- Wisconsin
- Party
- Whig Party
- On the ballot
- 1849
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Collins11,317
Opponents20,410
1
Elections run
Alexander L. Collins (1812–1901), a Whig politician from Wisconsin, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1849 governor election in Wisconsin to Nelson Dewey, receiving 11,317 votes (35.63%).
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How many votes has Alexander L. Collins received?
Alexander L. Collins has received 11,317 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1849 | GovernorWisconsin | Lost | 11,31735.63% | Nelson Dewey Warren Chase |
Identity & sources. Identity verified against Wikidata (Q64759386). Election results come from official certified totals and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab; see methodology.
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