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Franklin Smith

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Maine
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1869
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Smith39,033
Opponents51,314
1
Elections run

Franklin Smith, a Democratic politician from Maine, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1869 governor election in Maine to Joshua Chamberlain, receiving 39,033 votes (41.05%).

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How many votes has Franklin Smith received?

Franklin Smith has received 39,033 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Franklin Smith’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1869GovernorMaineLost39,03341.05%Joshua Chamberlain
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