James D. Martin, Gubernatorial candidate

James D. Martin

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Alabama
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1966
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Martin262,943
Opponents585,158
1
Elections run

James D. Martin, a Republican politician from Alabama, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1966 governor election in Alabama to Lurleen Wallace, receiving 262,943 votes (31%).

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How many votes has James D. Martin received?

James D. Martin has received 262,943 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James D. Martin’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1966GovernorAlabamaLost262,94331%Lurleen Wallace
Carl Robinson
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Compiled by PolitiFinder. Election results from official certified sources and the MIT Election Lab. See Data & sources and methodology. Data last verified July 28, 2026.