Andrew Jackson Donelson
Vice-presidential nominee
- Party
- American (Know Nothing)
- On the ballot
- 1856
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Donelson873,053
Opponents3.2M
Total Electoral Votes
Donelson8
Opponents288
1
Elections run
As a running mate, Donelson is credited with the ticket’s popular and electoral votes. A vote for the ticket counts for both names on it.
Andrew Jackson Donelson, an American (Know Nothing) politician, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1856 U.S. presidential election to James Buchanan, receiving 873,053 votes (21.5%).
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How many votes has Andrew Jackson Donelson received?
Andrew Jackson Donelson has received 873,053 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1, plus 8 electoral votes.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 | Vice Presidentwith Millard Fillmore | Lost | 873,053 (21.5%)8 EV | James Buchanan John C. Fremont |
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