Richard Rush
Vice-presidential nominee
- Party
- National Republican
- On the ballot
- 1828
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Rush508,064
Opponents647,286
Total Electoral Votes
Rush83
Opponents178
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Elections run
As a running mate, Rush is credited with the ticket’s popular and electoral votes. A vote for the ticket counts for both names on it.
Richard Rush, a National Republican politician, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1828 U.S. presidential election to Andrew Jackson, receiving 508,064 votes (43.6%).
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How many votes has Richard Rush received?
Richard Rush has received 508,064 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1, plus 83 electoral votes.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1828 | Vice Presidentwith John Quincy Adams | Lost | 508,064 (43.6%)83 EV | Andrew Jackson |
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