Edward D. Holton
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- April 28, 1815
- Died
- April 21, 1892
- Age at death
- 76
- Home state
- Wisconsin
- Party
- Independent
- On the ballot
- 1853
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Holton21,886
Opponents33,709
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Elections run
Edward D. Holton (1815–1892), an Independent politician from Wisconsin, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1853 governor election in Wisconsin to William A. Barstow, receiving 21,886 votes (39.3%).
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How many votes has Edward D. Holton received?
Edward D. Holton has received 21,886 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 | GovernorWisconsin | Lost | 21,88639.3% | William A. Barstow Henry S. Baird |
Identity & sources. Identity verified against Wikidata (Q16062294). Election results come from official certified totals and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab; see methodology.
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