Richard Jackson Jr., Governor

Richard Jackson Jr.

Governor
Born
July 3, 1764
Died
April 18, 1838
Age at death
73
Home state
Rhode Island
Party
Federalist Party
On the ballot
1806
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Jr.1,662
Opponents2,191
1
Elections run

Richard Jackson Jr. (1764–1838), a Federalist politician from Rhode Island, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1806 governor election in Rhode Island with 1,662 votes (43.07%), defeating Henry Smith and Peleg Arnold.

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How many votes has Richard Jackson Jr. received?

Richard Jackson Jr. has received 1,662 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

Richard Jackson Jr.’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1806GovernorRhode IslandWon1,66243.07%Peleg Arnold
Henry Smith
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