Richard A. Buckner

Gubernatorial candidate
Born
July 16, 1763
Died
December 8, 1847
Age at death
84
Home state
Kentucky
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1832
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Buckner39,473
Opponents40,715
1
Elections run

Richard A. Buckner (1763–1847), a Republican politician from Kentucky, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1832 governor election in Kentucky to John Breathitt, receiving 39,473 votes (49.23%).

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How many votes has Richard A. Buckner received?

Richard A. Buckner has received 39,473 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Richard A. Buckner’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1832GovernorKentuckyLost39,47349.23%John Breathitt
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