James R. Porter

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Nebraska
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1868
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Porter6,349
Opponents8,567
1
Elections run

James R. Porter, a Democratic politician from Nebraska, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1868 governor election in Nebraska to David Butler, receiving 6,349 votes (42.6%).

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How many votes has James R. Porter received?

James R. Porter has received 6,349 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

James R. Porter’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1868GovernorNebraskaLost6,34942.6%David Butler
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