John Bell
Presidential nominee
- Party
- Constitutional Union
- On the ballot
- 1860
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Bell590,901
Opponents4.1M
Total Electoral Votes
Bell39
Opponents264
1
Elections run
John Bell, a Constitutional Union politician, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1860 U.S. presidential election to Abraham Lincoln, receiving 590,901 votes (12.6%).
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How many votes has John Bell received?
John Bell has received 590,901 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1, plus 39 electoral votes.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 | Presidentwith Edward Everett | Lost | 590,901 (12.6%)39 EV | Abraham Lincoln Stephen A. Douglas John C. Breckinridge |
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