Robert Weakley
U.S. House candidate
- Born
- July 20, 1764
- Died
- February 4, 1845
- Age at death
- 80
- Home state
- Tennessee
- Party
- Independent
- On the ballot
- 1817
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Weakley2,233
Opponents7,127
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Elections run
Robert Weakley (1764–1845), an Independent politician from Tennessee, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1817 U.S. House election in Tennessee's District 5 to Thomas Claiborne, receiving 2,233 votes (23.86%).
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How many votes has Robert Weakley received?
Robert Weakley has received 2,233 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1817 | U.S. HouseTennessee | Lost | 2,23323.86% | Thomas Claiborne Newton Cannon |
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