Edwin R. V. Wright, Gubernatorial candidate

Edwin R. V. Wright

Gubernatorial candidate
Born
January 2, 1812
Died
January 21, 1871
Age at death
59
Home state
New Jersey
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1859
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Wright51,714
Opponents53,315
1
Elections run

Edwin R. V. Wright (1812–1871), a Democratic politician from New Jersey, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1859 governor election in New Jersey to Charles Smith Olden, receiving 51,714 votes (49.24%).

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How many votes has Edwin R. V. Wright received?

Edwin R. V. Wright has received 51,714 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Edwin R. V. Wright’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1859GovernorNew JerseyLost51,71449.24%Charles Smith Olden
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