Robert D. Carey, Governor

Robert D. Carey

Governor
Born
August 12, 1878
Died
January 17, 1937
Age at death
58
Home state
Wyoming
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1918
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Carey23,825
Opponents18,640
1
Elections run

Robert D. Carey (1878–1937), a Republican politician from Wyoming, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1918 governor election in Wyoming with 23,825 votes (56.11%), defeating Frank L. Houx.

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How many votes has Robert D. Carey received?

Robert D. Carey has received 23,825 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

Robert D. Carey’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1918GovernorWyomingWon23,82556.11%Frank L. Houx
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