Frederic A. Potts
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- April 4, 1836
- Died
- November 9, 1888
- Age at death
- 52
- Home state
- New Jersey
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1880
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Potts121,015
Opponents121,666
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Elections run
Frederic A. Potts (1836–1888), a Republican politician from New Jersey, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1880 governor election in New Jersey to George C. Ludlow, receiving 121,015 votes (49.27%).
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How many votes has Frederic A. Potts received?
Frederic A. Potts has received 121,015 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | GovernorNew Jersey | Lost | 121,01549.27% | George C. Ludlow |
Identity & sources. Identity verified against Wikidata (Q5496966). Election results come from official certified totals and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab; see methodology.
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