Meredith Poindexter Gentry
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- September 15, 1809
- Died
- November 2, 1866
- Age at death
- 57
- Home state
- Tennessee
- Party
- Whig Party
- On the ballot
- 1855
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Gentry65,343
Opponents67,499
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Elections run
Meredith Poindexter Gentry (1809–1866), a Whig politician from Tennessee, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1855 governor election in Tennessee to Andrew Johnson, receiving 65,343 votes (49.19%).
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How many votes has Meredith Poindexter Gentry received?
Meredith Poindexter Gentry has received 65,343 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 | GovernorTennessee | Lost | 65,34349.19% | Andrew Johnson |
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