John Sergeant Wise
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- December 27, 1846
- Died
- May 12, 1913
- Age at death
- 66
- Home state
- Virginia
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1885
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Wise136,508
Opponents152,547
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Elections run
John Sergeant Wise (1846–1913), a Republican politician from Virginia, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1885 governor election in Virginia to Fitzhugh Lee, receiving 136,508 votes (47.22%).
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How many votes has John Sergeant Wise received?
John Sergeant Wise has received 136,508 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1885 | GovernorVirginia | Lost | 136,50847.22% | Fitzhugh Lee |
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