Smith Thompson
Gubernatorial candidate
- Born
- January 17, 1768
- Died
- December 18, 1843
- Age at death
- 75
- Home state
- New York
- Party
- Republican
- On the ballot
- 1828
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RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Thompson106,444
Opponents170,139
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Elections run
Smith Thompson (1768–1843), a Republican politician from New York, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1828 governor election in New York to Martin Van Buren, receiving 106,444 votes (38.48%).
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How many votes has Smith Thompson received?
Smith Thompson has received 106,444 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1828 | GovernorNew York | Lost | 106,44438.48% | Martin Van Buren Solomon Southwick |
Identity & sources. Identity verified against Wikidata (Q1261880). Election results come from official certified totals and the MIT Election Data and Science Lab; see methodology.
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