Robert Armstrong

Gubernatorial candidate
Home state
Tennessee
Party
Democratic
On the ballot
1837
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Armstrong33,954
Opponents51,344
1
Elections run

Robert Armstrong, a Democratic politician from Tennessee, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1837 governor election in Tennessee to Newton Cannon, receiving 33,954 votes (39.81%).

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How many votes has Robert Armstrong received?

Robert Armstrong has received 33,954 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.

Election history

Robert Armstrong’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1837GovernorTennesseeLost33,95439.81%Newton Cannon
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