John Bennett Dawson
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- March 17, 1798
- Died
- June 26, 1845
- Age at death
- 47
- Home state
- Louisiana
- Party
- Democratic
- On the ballot
- 1834
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Dawson4,149
Opponents6,973
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Elections run
John Bennett Dawson (1798–1845), a Democratic politician from Louisiana, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1834 governor election in Louisiana to Edward D. White, receiving 4,149 votes (37.3%).
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How many votes has John Bennett Dawson received?
John Bennett Dawson has received 4,149 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1834 | GovernorLouisiana | Lost | 4,14937.3% | Edward D. White |
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